Can I get a bit of advice?

The only good idea is living in the truck and saving money...as a Company Driver....but not any longer with Swift than your obligation. They Are a starter company. Many companies will pay significantly more to do less.

 

You truly don't know what you're talking about. You continually bash Swift but you give no details of what you base it on. Maybe you could enlighten us.

 

Go flatbed otr as a company driver, pay off your debt, and save up for a truck and maint fund. Don't lease a truck from swift, not because swift is bad necessarily, but because these new trucks are junk. Go buy a $35000 pre-egr truck and it will be more reliable and "fixable" than any 2014 swift has sitting in their lot.

 

I don't advise a lease for ANYBODY, much less than for a driver with less than 2 years OTR. Here is what my game plan would be if I was dealt those cards:

1. Set up a SOLID orientation date with a reputable OTR carrier. (Poly, Crete ... ect)
2. Move apartment belongings into storage and save money living out of trk.
3. Find a girlfriend along the routes you frequent the most.

 

What about swift flatbed is of il repute, tarzan? Just curious!

 

Actually, I rarely post on Swift. Feel free to search my post history and show these alleged posts. Swift IS a starter company. Why does that statement offend you? Folks do have to start somewhere, right?

 

there fixed number three for ya!

 

1. If you are going to move out of your apartment, make sure you find a physical address (relative preferably) and change your residence completely to that new address. CDL rules now require a physical location that matches what's on your drivers' license.

2. Don't fall for the lease-purchase trap. Save a down payment ($20,000) minimum, work on your credit scores - all the while gaining experience as a company driver - then find a reputable heavy truck dealership (not Arrow or any other fly-by-nighters) and purchase a tractor. Easiest way for you as a new buyer would be a TracLease. Line up a credit-worthy co-signer.

3. Do your research. Read, ask questions. Consult a business attorney and consider incorporation. Trucking is a business, and if you don't treat it as such, YOU WILL FAIL...

Good Luck and hope this helps!