own loads

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by GastonLA, May 6, 2012.

  1. May 6, 2012 #1
    GastonLA

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    Hi guys, i am about to buy a flatbed. The guy that i work now is getting the loads from http://www.getloaded.com/ and http://www.truckstop.com/Training.aspx, but the guy doesn't show the confirmation sheet, does anybody (O/O) get loads from these webs or any webs, what would I need to get my own loads?, can i actually get my own loads?, if so, which membership will i need?, thanks!
     
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  3. May 6, 2012 #2
    Flightline

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    You would have to have operating authority or use his to get loads.
    Any brokers you have not used, you would have to set up a contract with including sending a certificate insurance to.
     
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  4. May 6, 2012 #3
    Mommas_money_maker

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    Before you buy that flatbed you might want to move to at least northern Florida.
     
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  5. May 6, 2012 #4
    cpape

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    I would also suggest trying to find a regular shipper or two instead of relying on brokers. You may do okay right now with a strong open deck market. Things will inevitably change and the rates from the brokers will drop fast...especially in Florida.
     
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  7. May 6, 2012 #5
    aiwiron

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    For a gypsy flat bedder I agree, but Florida does have loads for flats both ways. Have to scale 48k but they have them lighter sometimes.

    Now no matter what most people think, Florida has some good rates on reefers if you run the loop.
     
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