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What does it take to operate under your own authority?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by ShelbyKay, Feb 4, 2014.

  1. Feb 4, 2014 #1
    ShelbyKay

    ShelbyKay Bobtail Member

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    Just got our truck and this is the second week of working it. We are getting 68% bc we don't have our own trailer as of now. We are both considering getting our own authority once we get our own trailer or when truck is paid off. How much does it cost to get your own authority and what is all involved?
     
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  3. Feb 4, 2014 #2
    James Burris

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    You can call this number and they will be able to help u with ur questions 918-783-5335. Its called International trucking consultants. They are located in Big Cabin,Ok near the truck stop. This is where i got my authority
     
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  4. Feb 4, 2014 #3
    gokiddogo

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    1. LOTS OF MONEY - to operate once you have all your ducks in order. If you are off for a month or two, you still have insurance/truck payments/living expenses while you are waiting. You also will need enough cash to buy your fuel and other expenses until the money starts trickling in.
    2. Who will your customers be?

    Start with that ...
     
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  5. Feb 4, 2014 #4
    Ubu

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    http://www.thetruckersreport.com/tr...becoming-owner-operator-steps-forms-info.html

    Did you bother to read this sticky at the top of this forum?

    Try reading that first before asking so that you have more specific questions to ask. It has a lot of good information in it and covers it the basics.
     
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  7. Feb 4, 2014 #5
    Homemade1959

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    Getmyauthority.com
     
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