Freight Factoring Blog Archives - Page 3 of 6

20 Mar How Tools for Truckers from OTR Solutions Help Scale Trucking Businesses

Posted at 16:41h in Freight Factoring Blog by Kailey Posea

It’s always exciting to witness a trucking company grow in size, expand its operations and reach new levels of success. The victories a company achieves along the way are usually due to what resources were available to the company and what partners they chose to...

20 Mar Owner-Operator Guide: How to Start a Owner-Operator Trucking Business

Posted at 16:31h in Freight Factoring Blog by Kailey Posea

Have you dreamt of driving big rigs and navigating the open roads – and doing it all on your own terms? It can be a dream come true by launching a trucking business. The prospect of starting an owner-operator trucking company from the ground up...

20 Mar Should You Use a Trucking Fuel Card or Your Credit Card?

Posted at 16:24h in Freight Factoring Blog, Fuel by Kailey Posea

At OTR Solutions, we understand that trucking is a tough business. Long hours on the road away from family and friends can be difficult to handle. Add in tight deadlines, bad weather, and heavy traffic — it’s no wonder that truckers have one of the...

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15 Feb How To Choose a Truck Factoring Company

Posted at 19:24h in Freight Factoring Blog by Kailey Posea

There are many truck factoring companies out there, so how do you choose the right one for your trucking business? Here are a few things to keep in mind: What does a factoring company do? Before we dive into how to choose a truck factoring company, it’s...

15 Feb Who Needs a Transportation Factoring Company?

Posted at 19:02h in Freight Factoring Blog, Uncategorized by John Landrum

When it comes to turning a profit, every penny counts – especially in the competitive landscape of today’s transportation industry. That's why more and more trucking companies are looking to factoring as a way of managing their cash flow and improving their bottom line. That might...

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15 Feb Truck Factoring 101: What is Truck Factoring?

Posted at 18:59h in Freight Factoring Blog, Uncategorized by John Landrum

Trucking companies often find it difficult to manage their cashflow, with most of their money going toward fuel, maintenance, and other expenses. In down markets, this becomes particularly difficult when every penny counts.   This is where truck factoring comes in – it’s a process that allows businesses to get...

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15 Feb How to Make Money in Trucking in a Down Market

Posted at 18:36h in Freight Factoring Blog, Uncategorized by John Landrum

Trucking is a tough business. The hours are long, the work is hard and the pay can be unpredictable. But for those who make it big in trucking, the rewards are nothing less than amazing. If you want to know how to make more money...

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15 Feb Everything You Need to Know About Lumper Fees (Guide)

Posted at 18:18h in Freight Factoring Blog, Uncategorized by John Landrum

Truckers: when you arrive at a warehouse with your load, do you take advantage of lumper services? Are you new to the industry, trying to figure out what a lumper is, or why you might need one? We’re here with the answers.OTR Solutions is a freight factoring service...

15 Feb How Much do Truckers Earn + How to Make Even More Money Trucking

Posted at 18:11h in Freight Factoring Blog, Uncategorized by John Landrum

The trucking industry is the backbone of the American economy, and truckers play a crucial role in ensuring that goods are delivered on time and in good condition. However, despite the importance of this profession, many truckers struggle to earn a decent living wage. The average annual...

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04 Jan Quick Pay for Truckers & Carriers – Is Freight Quick Pay Worth it?

Posted at 15:52h in Freight Factoring Blog, Freight Industry by John Landrum

Trucking companies are under more pressure than ever to move goods and supplies these days.The added pressure is due to a few factors, including elevated gas prices, inflation, and heightened consumer expectations for fast delivery. While these factors normally result in elevated freight rates, the...