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  1. MrHopeful

    Normal sleeping schedule as box truck driver?

    I've heard that van drivers are the epitome of non-sleeping any-hour drivers. Does this apply to box truck drivers too? It looks like availability is key for keeping brokers happy. But that doesn't mean all brokers are 24-7, right? Is it unreasonable to expect a decent amount of sleep hours...
  2. MrHopeful

    26' Box, stay in SC or head to midwest?

    I live in central South Carolina. I'm starting with a 26'. Not sure if it's a better plan to: 1. catch loads around here, meaning running out of and back to the general area, or 2. catch a load to the midwest and run around there for several days at a time. I know the midwest is a good area...
  3. MrHopeful

    Signing on to carrier as LLC?

    Currently planning out the steps of starting an LLC and driving a 26' box. Weighing the options of driving for self vs signing on with a carrier. Can I sign on to a carrier as an LLC, where they use ein instead of social, and issue payment to LLC? Is this a common method? Likewise, what does...
  4. MrHopeful

    Any Type 1 Diabetic drivers here?

    I'm a veteran with Type 1 Diabetes (meaning insulin dependent). It's why I'm not still in the Army. Are there any other diabetics around here, especially those with Type 1? I'm a little worried about trying to pass a DOT Physical for the card I would need in order to hook up with a carrier...
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    Does Carrier pay O/O as business or individual?

    If my wife and I start "Acme Trucking" and work with a carrier, wouldn't the carrier pay "Acme Trucking" rather than the driver "Bob Smith"? I'm asking because, some carriers that want O/O also mention background checks, drug tests, hiring bonuses, and other things that would seem to pertain...
  6. MrHopeful

    Brokers vs Carriers for Ford Transit?

    I have a bunch of friends who drive CDL. I'm interested in the long tall Sprinter/Transit side of things. (It just fits my situation better.) My friends use whatever boards they prefer for loads and also have built relationships with some brokers. But it seems that most people here recommend...
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