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Common Misconceptions Surrounding Life Insurance

Common Misconceptions Surrounding Life Insurance You may not think about acquiring life insurance until later in life, but if you're in good health, now might be the best time to consider it. If you have a family or anyone who depends on you financially, life insurance becomes essential for their well-being should something unexpected happen to you. Before you purchase life insurance, it's important to address some common misconceptions surrounding this type of protection. Remember, life insurance is meant to benefit your loved ones, not just you. It offers peace of mind, knowing that if something happens to you, your family can maintain their current financial lifestyle. Protecting those who depend on you covers much [...]

Common Misconceptions Surrounding Life Insurance2024-08-22T13:03:04-05:00

Essential Trucking Insurance Tips for New Ventures: Protect Your Startup on the Road

Trucking Insurance for New Ventures The truck driving industry carries inherent risks, especially for new venture drivers. Finding the right type of trucking insurance for new ventures might seem expensive and complicated, but it doesn’t have to be if you understand some important facts about securing coverage for your startup trucking company. Finding Insurance Doesn’t Have to be a Long Haul Traveling long distances on the roadways while hauling extensive cargo is your livelihood. However, this profession comes with dangers, which is why you are required to carry commercial trucking liability insurance. Truck driving too often results in fatalities, causing financial and emotional devastation, especially if you are not adequately insured. Finding affordable trucking insurance [...]

Essential Trucking Insurance Tips for New Ventures: Protect Your Startup on the Road2024-08-15T10:50:47-05:00

How to Get Your CDL License 

How to Get Your CDL License  The trucking industry in the United States is the “backbone” of our economy as we rely heavily on the transportation of goods. Truck drivers are hailed as “essential” to our society and you may see an increasing rise in the number of people who wish to pursue this type of profession.  However, before you can become a truck driver or bus driver, you are required to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License, otherwise known as your CDL.  Find out how to get your CDL license today so you can join the other drivers in this most valuable profession.  Whether your plan is to transport goods from manufacturing locations to retailers, [...]

How to Get Your CDL License 2024-05-21T15:06:52-05:00

How to Get New Trucking Authority

How to Get New Trucking Authority  If you have ever wanted to join the trucking industry as your own boss, now may be a great time!  Working on a new venture as your own boss may have the benefits and perks you have been seeking, so if that sparks your interest, do you know how to get new trucking authority?  Trucking authority, otherwise referred to as “motor carrier authority”, is required if you wish to pursue your own trucking company. The good news is that once granted by the government, you can begin handling YOUR trucking business under your own Motor Carrier (MC) number.  Guidelines to Attain Your New Trucking Authority:   Decide on Your Type [...]

How to Get New Trucking Authority2024-03-22T07:52:36-05:00

Trucking Business and Covered Exposures

If you are in the trucking industry or own a trucking company, you know that having the right insurance is vital.  Keep in mind that not just any insurance will do.  You need to make sure that the trucking insurance you have reflects the risk exposures most prevalent to your business and will meet your specific trucking needs.  You may assume that insurance covers everything, but what kind of things and situations are actually covered?  Find out whether your trucking business is protected from these types of exposures. Below are Some Typical Exposures/Scenarios That Can be Covered, but Not Limited to: Your Truck and Other Property  Your truck is vandalized Your truck is involved in [...]

Trucking Business and Covered Exposures2021-04-22T16:26:55-05:00

In a Riot, Would Your Truck/Trailer be Covered?

The year 2020 brought along many difficult situations that changed the world as we knew it.  Along with a Pandemic, the year brought about many property losses due to riots, civil commotion and vandalism.  Streets all over the U.S. were swarmed with protesters and rioters which certainly created civil unrest in our communities, along with prompting a new set of exposures for the trucking industry. These difficult times have made trucking business owners take a new approach to protecting their trucks and trailers. Ask yourself  "In a riot, would  your truck and/or trailer be covered?" Business Solutions to Provide Peace of Mind During Those Unpeaceful Times, Such as a Riot Riots, civil unrest, and vandalism [...]

In a Riot, Would Your Truck/Trailer be Covered?2021-04-22T15:59:10-05:00

In a Riot, Would Your Truck/Trailer be Covered?

The year 2020 brought along many difficult situations that changed the world as we knew it.  Along with a Pandemic, the year brought about many property losses due to riots, civil commotion and vandalism.  Streets all over the U.S. were swarmed with protesters and rioters which certainly created civil unrest in our communities, along with prompting a new set of exposures for the trucking industry. These difficult times have made trucking business owners take a new approach to protecting their trucks and trailers. Ask yourself  "In a riot, would  your truck and/or trailer be covered?" Business Solutions to Provide Peace of Mind During Those Unpeaceful Times, Such as a Riot Riots, civil unrest, and vandalism [...]

In a Riot, Would Your Truck/Trailer be Covered?2023-09-02T19:14:42-05:00

5 Ways to Get the Lowest Rates on Trucking Insurance

Whether your trucking business is seasoned or a new venture, trucking insurance will be one of your greatest expenses. And unfortunately, rates continue to rise. So, how do you keep your insurance expenses down for the long haul? Here are 5 ways to get the lowest rates on trucking insurance. Maintain Clean Driving Records- Your drivers can make a huge impact on your trucking insurance premiums. Insurance companies know that claim settlements resulting from trucking accidents can be astronomical. Statistically, a driving record with just one traffic violation will lead to an increased probability of claims from accidents. Before hiring a driver, run a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) so you won’t be surprised when your [...]

5 Ways to Get the Lowest Rates on Trucking Insurance2020-05-08T08:37:32-05:00

CDL License(s) and How to Obtain It

If you are in the trucking industry or interested in pursuing a career driving a commercial vehicle/truck, you will probably be required to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License, otherwise known as CDL.  As a truck driver, you are in the business of hauling and transporting goods across the United States and while this profession comes with its own share of inherent risks on the roadways, it can be quite profitable.  However, before you get started, you need to find out about CDL license(s) and how to obtain it.    Steps Required to Obtain a CDL License(s)     There are some required steps required to obtain your CDL license; however, keep in mind there are some [...]

CDL License(s) and How to Obtain It2020-03-27T17:59:28-05:00

CDL Licenses and Categorizations

A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is a type of driving license required to operate commercial motor vehicles including passenger buses, tractor trailers, and semi-trucks, to name a few.  If you are preparing for a career in the transport business on the road, you are most likely required to obtain your CDL before you can begin.  There are varying types of CDL licenses and categorizations regarding the types of vehicles you are permitted to operate, and they are Class A, Class B, and Class C.  Furthermore, the classifications are determined by the vehicle’s gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) along with other features. As you can imagine, operating commercial motor vehicles requires specialized skills and comes with [...]

CDL Licenses and Categorizations2020-03-14T08:58:11-05:00
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