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Why Freight Factoring Isn’t Just for Struggling Carriers
An estimated 7 out of 10 trucking companies rely on freight factoring to maintain a steady cash flow. Despite this, there is a misconception about who freight factoring helps. It’s a service for any trucking company, broker, or shipper who …
Managing Fuel Price Spikes Without Disrupting Your Finances
When the year started, the average price of gas was $2.936 per gallon. Situations and times have changed. With the war in Iran, fuel costs have skyrocketed. By mid-April, gas prices averaged $4.123 per gallon. Diesel’s even higher at $5.608 …
Common Factoring Mistakes You’re Making That Slow Invoice Funding
Gas prices are soaring, which has a tremendous impact on trucking companies across the U.S. For many small fleet owners and owner-operators, freight factoring is key to managing their business and ensuring a steady cash flow. In theory, freight factoring …
Fuel Cards vs Credit Cards: Cost Per Mile Comparison
Fuel costs are rising, and you need to find a way to prevent the sharp increase from eating into your profits. As a trucking company owner, you could choose a business credit card or a fuel card/fleet card. Knowing how …
Trade Policy Shifts and Their Effect on Freight Rates
You’ve seen the headlines. Have you stopped to consider what they’re telling trucking company owners? The impact of trade policy shifts is great, and it’s time to consider how they’re going to impact your revenues in the next year or …
Why Factoring Is Growing in E-Commerce Freight
From October 2024 to April 2025, global electronic commerce (e-commerce) sales reached $6.9 trillion. One year later, it’s predicted to be at $7.4 trillion by the end of April. The popularity of e-commerce purchases through sites like Alibaba, Amazon, eBay, …
Freight Factoring and Load Boards for Profit
The trucking industry has its share of expected and unexpected ups and downs. Slow seasons reduce your profits, causing financial strain if you haven’t planned properly. Last payments from vendors or unexpected closures add to the trouble. The current war …
How Private Credit Growth in 2026 Affects Trucking Financing
Used truck dealers say sales increased by 29% in 2025. One of the driving factors behind the increase in used equipment sales was the tightening of credit standards. That’s making it harder for trucking company owners to buy new trucks. …
Using Factoring Data to Improve Operations
Running a trucking business is about more than just booking more work and trucks on the road. When you own a transportation company, you have negotiations to handle, drivers to hire and schedule, licenses to keep current, insurance policies to …
How to Integrate Factoring into TMS Platforms
Transportation management systems are a must-have for any busy trucker. Whether it’s software on your computer or an app on your phone or tablet, a TMS is your on-the-road office worker. It helps you track your miles, load miles, and …










