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On a 30,000 investment, Would I make more money spending 30,000 on a new diesel cargo van or 30,000 on a used straight truck? Thank you for your honest feedback!

Thanks HotFR for your reply. Can you give me a idea as far as compariing possible income generated by the three different truck possibilities (Cargo Van, Straight, or a semi). Thank you again.

I have 10 years or so experience in trucking. Ive owned 2 semis over the years and found it to be profitable. I have retired at a early age from the railroad and think I would enjoy 10 or 15 years in expediting. Is Mid Michigan a good location for expediting? Which companies have good freight in...

Ok Recruiters I have a few question for you. Which company has the most expedite work around the Grand Rapids Michigan area? My wife and I would like to buy a truck and get into expediting. Would you recommend Van or straight truck? To buy new or Lease? I thank you for any info you post for us.

First of all I must say I am new to Expediting but not Trucking. I've owned two Semi's and trailers to fill in for six years employment when I was layed off from another job. Now I am retired at age 48 years old. I get a good pension but would like to work around 10 days a month with my wife...