Freight Forwarder vs. Freight Broker: Key Differences and When to Use Each
By Luis Lopez, AI transportation consultant, CEO of Go Hub.io Holdings Corp and subsidiaries, and host of the Freight Guru Podcast Shippers, new logistics entrepreneurs and even some carriers use the terms interchangeably, but a freight forwarder and a freight broker are not the same thing. They have different legal roles, different liability, different regulatory […]
What Is a Rate Confirmation in Trucking? What to Check Before You Sign
By Luis Lopez, AI transportation consultant, CEO of Go Hub.io Holdings Corp and subsidiaries, and host of the Freight Guru Podcast Before a truck rolls, a document changes hands that turns a verbal agreement into a binding load: the rate confirmation, often called the “rate con.” Whether you are a carrier, owner-operator, broker or shipper, […]
What Is Deadhead in Trucking? How to Calculate and Reduce Empty Miles
By Luis Lopez, AI transportation consultant, CEO of Go Hub.io Holdings Corp and subsidiaries, and host of the Freight Guru Podcast If you have spent any time around trucking, you have heard the word “deadhead.” Deadhead in trucking means driving a truck without a paid load, either bobtail (tractor only) or pulling an empty trailer. […]
How Much Do Owner Operators Make? Revenue, Expenses and Take-Home Pay
By Luis Lopez, AI transportation consultant, CEO of Go Hub.io Holdings Corp and subsidiaries, and host of the Freight Guru Podcast Ask ten owner-operators how much owner operators make and you will hear ten different numbers. That is because gross revenue, net profit and personal take-home pay are three very different figures. This guide walks […]
How Much Do Freight Brokers Make? Real Earnings, Commissions and Margins
By Luis Lopez, AI transportation consultant, CEO of Go Hub.io Holdings Corp and subsidiaries, and host of the Freight Guru Podcast If you are thinking about getting into brokerage, the first question is usually the same: how much do freight brokers make? The honest answer is a wide range. Some new brokers earn very little […]
LTL Accessorial Charges Explained: Common Fees and How to Avoid Them
An LTL quote that looks cheap can turn into a much bigger bill once accessorial charges are added. Accessorials are the extra fees carriers charge for services beyond standard dock-to-dock transportation. If you ship less-than-truckload freight, understanding these charges is one of the fastest ways to cut costs and avoid surprises. This guide explains the […]
How to Become a Freight Broker: Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
Freight brokerage attracts new entrants because it requires no truck, no drivers, and relatively little equipment. But it is not a small-capital business, and it is not a shortcut. Brokers connect shippers who need freight moved with carriers who can move it, and the margin they earn is the spread between the two. This guide […]
TMS Software for Small Carriers: What to Look For
Small carriers often run their business out of spreadsheets, group texts, and a shoebox of receipts. That works until it does not: an unbilled load, a missed insurance expiration, a driver settlement dispute. A transportation management system (TMS) is meant to fix this, but the market is crowded and the feature lists are long. This […]
Hotshot Trucking: How It Works, Startup Costs and Profit
Hotshot trucking looks like an easy on-ramp to the freight business: a heavy-duty pickup, a gooseneck trailer, and you are a carrier. The startup cost is lower than a Class 8 tractor, and expedited loads can pay well per mile. But the model has real compliance requirements and real margins that depend on discipline. This […]
Incoterms 2020 Explained for Importers: FOB, CIF, DDP and More
If you buy or sell goods across borders, the single most important line in your contract may be three letters: FOB, CIF, DDP, or one of their cousins. These are Incoterms, and they decide who pays for what, who carries the risk at each stage, and who handles customs. Misunderstanding them is a classic and […]