Where is the money in trucking?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by 1989 Pete, Mar 20, 2009.

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  1. Wiseguywireless

    Wiseguywireless Road Train Member

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    Money in trucking??????? Come on we all know that we do this, NOT for the money, but for the fun.
     
    Wiseguywireless, Mar 21, 2009
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    Nobody there is giving the jobs up . The "best money" isn't available to anybody not already getting it .
     
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    The best money? Reposessions.
     
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    I do ok doing oversize/overweight with a small customer base.:biggrin_25525:
     
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    Was doing some of that during my first year...... :biggrin_25510: Not again.
     
    Wiseguywireless, Mar 21, 2009
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    That's true . Small , specialized carriers with an established customer base are doing well . I know a few of them . The money ISN'T running 1,000 -1,500 miles a week at $.28 a mile for a bottom feeder company .
     
    RickG, Mar 21, 2009
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    its green, smells good and comes across the border
     
    MedicineMan, Mar 21, 2009
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    If you go the other direction its green >> Texas Border Agents Find $3 Million Hidden In Bus

     
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    If your an O/O, Hauling Reefer (produce, meat) or a flatbed company with a military contract(my choice of the two)
     
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