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  1. J

    Fed Ex Orientation

    Thank You! I have to take the fork lift... suppose it wont hurt anything, I just don't like to waste the time. I'll be DONE~IF I pass my Road Test in 2 weeks~guess that's quick enough! Cant wait to have the CDL B in my hand!
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    Started Schooling for Class B License TODAY!

    Sooooooo I PASSED the permit portion of the journey!!!! It was a bit harder than I thought but HEY a wins a win! Now on to almost 2 weeks of driving and Pre Trip stuff, the 18th is my ROAD TEST! If I pass it, we should be on the road come August/September!!! Thank you for the well wishes!!!
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    Started Schooling for Class B License TODAY!

    Thanks! Thursday I got for my DOT Physical and then (if I pass THAT) I will be sent straight to the DMV to get my class B permit w HazMat and THEN (if I pass THAT) Thursday late afternoon I will be in the Straight Truck for the First Time ever to learn in until next week Thursday to (attempt) to...
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    Started Schooling for Class B License TODAY!

    Oh I WILL and I AM already Thanks a bunch!!!
  5. J

    Started Schooling for Class B License TODAY!

    Oh Thanks! That's Terrific to hear! If I don't pass I'll just keep tryin'! It'll happen Soon!!! I cant WAIT to Drive the country w my Hubby!
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    Started Schooling for Class B License TODAY!

    This move may not be necessary for most but Wanting to Drive a straight truck & NOT knowing a Thing about them, we thought it would be best to send me off to school. A LOT harder than I thought. But Im hoping I'll learn enough to help me get driving as a Team ASAP! After I pass~hopefully~in 2...
  7. J

    Newbie Alert: Finding Loads

    Thank You need all the 'heads up' we can get This site has given us a lot of valuable bits of wisdom, thanks!
  8. J

    Newbie Alert: Finding Loads

    We will be driving straight truck. Thanks for your help!
  9. J

    Newbie Alert: Finding Loads

    Thanks I think I understand now!!!
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    Newbie Alert: Finding Loads

    This may be a question that, well, might be too simple... if a team signs on with a specific carrier (FedEx) can you also find your own loads on your down time or when loads arent keeping us busy enough? Dont know if this is a simple "NO" but Id rather ask than wonder... Thanks for not Laughing...
  11. J

    Newbie Alert: what do self employed Teams do about Health Insurance?

    Great Thank You! I'll give them a call!
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    Newbie Alert: what do self employed Teams do about Health Insurance?

    ALL said is So True! We have been in our Own Business in Buffalo NY for 25+ years Hate the Regulations... Plan B is in place at all times, point WELL taken!
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    Newbie Alert: what do self employed Teams do about Health Insurance?

    I was told today when I called that although even the Insurance Companies dont yet know what is 'in' OCare, enrollment begins aprox Oct/Nov and it will 'kick in' Jan 2014. Pre existing will be covered, so until then I need to apply for 'short term' which is 3 months limited coverage. Not looking...
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    Newbie Alert: what do self employed Teams do about Health Insurance?

    Thanks! This advice really helped! I went online found a TN independant provider and received some quotes. I asked a lot of questions (some from your comments) and now we have a 'plan' for the future in TN. Short Term, that is, until Obama Care kicks in Jan 2014. :s
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    Newbie Alert: what do self employed Teams do about Health Insurance?

    I am always at awe at the time all of you take to help use with you wisdom and input. ALL good points. Thank you!
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    Newbie Alert: what do self employed Teams do about Health Insurance?

    I was wondering what Self Employed Team Drivers do about aquiring Health Insurance for just the two of us; Husband/Wife. I cant seem to find a good answer. Planning on signing O/O with FedEx out of TN. Thanks for any help provided!
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    NEWBIE ALERT~What Happens to your load when Sick or Truck Breaks Down?

    Wow Great insight! Thanks so much for your time and help!
  18. J

    NEWBIE ALERT~What Happens to your load when Sick or Truck Breaks Down?

    One of those questions I just cant find an answer to... If Sickness or even our Truck breaking down causes a delay (or Worse?!) How is that situation handled? Thanks for your help!!!
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