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How likely can I find a dedicated route from Nashville TN to Dallas TX?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by OOwannaBE, Sep 7, 2016.

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  1. Sep 9, 2016 #21
    dlstruck

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    I'm just saying that if your take home is over 1k a week after taxes, being an O/O for 2k a week before taxes isn't worth it. You might have a little more money but a lot less time. There's a ton of paperwork and a bunch of other headaches to deal with, even when things are running smoothly.
     
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  3. Sep 9, 2016 #22
    OOwannaBE

    OOwannaBE Medium Load Member

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    Just today my company is sending me into the ghetto of Chicago again to pick up a load. I rather have a headache than get shot since only the criminals have guns up there. Having my own truck I will never go up there again. Not everyone is the same, I have no problem managing my own business.
     
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  4. Sep 9, 2016 #23
    SL3406

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    So stop thinking about it. Buy a truck and go do it. Your chances of landing a dedicated run are 100% if you're willing to haul it cheap enough. Let us know how it turns out for you...
     
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  5. Sep 9, 2016 #24
    OOwannaBE

    OOwannaBE Medium Load Member

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    I am still saving up. I had an unexpected big home expense recently that ate up a lot of my emergency savings but I am on track to rebuilding again.
     
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  7. Sep 9, 2016 #25
    Derailed

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    I'll bet it was nice having that emergency savings fund there when you needed it.
     
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