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Yes, we do about 4K miles per week including dead head. Dead head miles are about 50 cents. I agree with you that the freight is cheap, but since I’m not driving and sagnificant deadhead works for drivers, let’s be it. My drivers doubled their prior income and don’t complain. Some of them worked...

I don’t drive vans, but don’t sit in the recliner all day either. I have an office job and this is just a side gig to keep me busy. I have paid off 4 Transit just still make payments on the Sprinter because it’s at zero interest for 36 months. I expect vans to last 400K for Transits with $5-$6K...

we don’t have teams, solo drivers. Equipment is $35K on average. It’s not great for the amount of work and stress, but keeps my wife busy while rasing kids. I do invest in real estate, but it somewhat boring. Vans keep me up 24/7.

Hi Guys, I'm pretty new to Expediting, less than 2 years. Have 5 vans, one MB Sprinter and 4 Transits. Here are my results for 2018. Not sure if it's worth it due to amount off stress on me and my family. Total miles, empty and loaded - 834,000 Revenue $ 626,500 Expenses Depreciation...

Hello, I want to get new 26 Ft Freighliner or Hino Box truck. I noticed some companies offer Full Maintenance Straight Truck Lease. You pay monthly rental fee+mileage fee. All maintenance is included. Does anyone here is doing similar? What is your experience?

Hi Guys, I’m trying to move up a little and get 1-2 26 ft box trucks. Looking to get 2016+ models with under 100K miles. What would you recommend? For me the reliability, maintenance cost and resale value are the most concerning.

you can't double dip - either fuel deductions or standard mileage deduction. in your case (40%) you can deduct maintenance, repair, insurance and amortization cost.

The van owner can deduct mileage deduction or vehicle expenses+ amortization. The driver can deduct DOT per diem rate per day on his tax return, plus any other business expenses he incurred (assuming the driver receives 1099)

Hi - I have 2017 Extended MB Sprinter and looking for suggestion for Engine off AC options. Currently have Webasto air top for heating ($1,300 with installation). What would be the best/most economical option for air conditioning? I need AC for the driver Cabin only, the cargo area is...

I am a CPA and have an expediting van with a driver...what a coincident. Yes, you can deduct 0.53 per mile and DOT meal allowances 80% ($63) and you don't need LLC to claim deductions.