Expert advice for owner-operators and small fleets — real numbers, real tools, and the business education the trucking industry doesn’t teach you.
Real costs ($15K–$45K), truck comparisons, rates & 90-day plan
Per diem ($80/day), Section 179 & the deductions worth $3K–$8K/yr
Reefer vs flatbed vs hazmat — real pay per mile compared
Pricing, features & which one pays for itself
Real math at $80K, $120K & $180K — plus the 25–30% rule
Most owner-operators overpay $3,000–$8,000/yr. Make sure you're claiming every deduction.
Per diem ($80/day), Section 179, fuel, insurance, and the deductions worth $3K-$8K/yr.
Safe harbor rule, step-by-step calculation, and the monthly set-aside system.
Real tax math at three income levels. Self-employment tax and the 25-30% rule.
Free vs paid. Per diem tracking, quarterly estimates, cost per mile. Which one is worth your money?
FMCSA application ($300), BOC-3, insurance, UCR, IFTA — every step with exact costs.
Truck, insurance, authority fees, and operating capital — $30K to $200K+ explained.
Cash flow management, broker relationships, and the mistakes that sink new authorities.
Every step, every cost, and the decisions that determine if your company survives year one.
Real costs ($15K–$45K), truck comparisons (F-350 vs Ram 3500 vs Silverado), rates by freight type, insurance, load boards, and a 90-day launch plan. Plus our new Hot Shot Startup Guide + Cost Calculator ($29.99) — the complete playbook.
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