If you just got your MC active, this is the question everyone asks: “How do I actually get my first load?” Here’s the real game 🚛 1. LOAD BOARDS (Fastest way to start) Use these immediately: - DAT Load Board - Truckstop - 123Loadboard 👉 You can find loads SAME DAY👉 Perfect for beginners Pro tip:Don’t just click “book now” — CALL the broker directlyThat’s how you build relationships + get better rates 📲 2. DISPATCHERS (Done-for-you approach) If you don’t want to hunt loads all day: - A dispatcher finds loads for you - Negotiates rates - Keeps you moving 💰 They usually charge 5%–10% per load 👉 Best for beginners who don’t know how to negotiate yet 🤝 3. BROKERS (Where real money is made) Brokers control the loads. Start calling + building relationships with: - TQL - CH Robinson - Echo Global Logistics 👉 Ask:“Do you have anything available for my truck in [your area]?” 📈 The more they know you = the more loads they send you directly ⚠️ REAL ADVICE (Most people won’t tell you this) Your first week might be slow. That’s NORMAL. The goal isn’t perfection — it’s:✔ Getting your first load✔ Building 1–2 relationships✔ Learning how brokers move 💡 SIMPLE GAME PLAN 1. Check load boards every morning 2. Call 10–20 brokers daily 3. Follow up consistently 4. Stay active — don’t wait for loads to come to you ; YOU WANT THE BALL RUN TO IT AND TAKE IT INSTEAD WAITING FOR A PASS !! 🎯 CTA If you want help getting your first load faster, comment “LOADS” — I’ll point you in the right direction.

If you just got your MC, here’s what it can look like: 🚛 Gross per week (starting out):$4,000 – $7,000 ⛽ Expenses (fuel, insurance, etc):$1,500 – $2,500 💰 Net profit:$2,000 – $4,500 / week If you stay consistent + build relationships: 🚛 Gross per week:$7,000 – $12,000+ 💰 Net:$4,000 – $8,000+ Reality check: You won’t hit this day 1 — but with the right setup + dispatch + consistency, it’s very doable. 🎯 CTA “If you’re serious about getting your MC active, comment ‘READY’ — I’ll guide you step by step.”

🔹 PHASE 1 — Business Formation Lay your foundation the right way. - ✅ Choose your business name - ✅ Verify availability on your state SOS website - ✅ File Articles of Organization (LLC)($50–$500 depending on state) - ✅ Appoint a Registered Agent(You or a service like Northwest Registered Agent) - ✅ Get your EIN (Free — irs.gov/ein, ~10 minutes) - ✅ Open a business bank account(Bring EIN + Articles of Organization) - ✅ Create an Operating Agreement(Free templates available online) 🔹 PHASE 2 — Federal DOT Registration Get legally recognized to operate. - ✅ Register for your USDOT Number(Free — Form MCS-150 at li.fmcsa.dot.gov) - ✅ Save your USDOT number(Needed for insurance + compliance) - ✅ Order USDOT decals for your truck(Both sides — minimum 2” lettering) - ✅ Update all business profiles(Website, Google Business Profile, invoices) 🔹 PHASE 3 — MC Authority Application Make it official — this is where you go active. - ✅ File Form OP-1($300 — choose HHG or Property) - ✅ Receive your MC Number(Issued immediately after filing) - ✅ File BOC-3 Process Agent(BOC3.com — $20–$40) - ✅ Bind commercial insurance(Minimum $750K liability) - ⚠️ Wait 20-day FMCSA protest period - ❗ DO NOT HAUL until status = ACTIVE - ✅ Verify status at safer.fmcsa.dot.gov - ✅ Print your MC Authority Certificate 🔹 PHASE 4 — Insurance & Filings Protect your business and stay compliant. - ✅ Confirm BMC-91 filed (liability) - ✅ Confirm BMC-34 filed (cargo, if HHG) - ✅ Add commercial auto coverage - ✅ Add general liability coverage - ⚠️ Set renewal reminders(Lapsed insurance = authority shutdown) 🔹 PHASE 5 — Tax & Compliance Stay legal and audit-ready. - ✅ Register for UCR($69/year — 0–2 trucks) - ✅ Apply for IFTA (if crossing states) - ✅ File IRS Form 2290 (if 55K+ lbs)~$550/year - ✅ Check state intrastate requirements - ✅ Set up quarterly IFTA reporting - ✅ Track mileage + fuel per truck

If you’re looking to get into the trucking, transport, or logistics industry, here’s a simple breakdown of costs + timeline to get fully set up and running. 📋 Setup Overview 1️⃣ Form Your LLC💰 $50 – $500⏱ 1–3 days📍 Your state website 2️⃣ Registered Agent (Optional)💰 $50 – $300 / year⏱ Same day📍 Services like Northwest or ZenBusiness 3️⃣ Get EIN (Tax ID)💰 FREE⏱ 10 minutes📍 IRS website 4️⃣ USDOT Number💰 FREE⏱ 30 minutes📍 FMCSA Registration Portal 5️⃣ MC Authority (Operating Authority)💰 $300⏱ 20–25 days approval📍 FMCSA Licensing 6️⃣ Process Agent (BOC-3 Filing)💰 $20 – $40⏱ 1–2 days 7️⃣ Insurance (Required)💰 $2,000 – $8,000 / year⏱ 2–5 days ( Depending on the equipment you will be using ) 8️⃣ UCR Registration💰 Starting at $69 / year⏱ Same day 9️⃣ IFTA (Fuel Tax – if running interstate)💰 Varies⏱ 1–2 weeks 🔟 Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (Form 2290)💰 Around $550 / year⏱ Same day

One of the biggest reasons this community exists is to create opportunities for everyone involved in the moving and logistics industry. Quick Pick Up Logistics is always looking to build new partnerships and referral relationships, and we believe in rewarding people who bring opportunities to the table. 🤝 Referral Opportunities If you refer a customer that books a move with us, you may qualify for referral compensation once the job is completed. We’re currently looking for referrals such as: • Residential moving clients• Commercial / office relocations• Long-distance moves• Vehicle transport clients If you send a lead that turns into a completed job, you can receive a referral reward as a thank you for the connection. 🚀 Let’s Grow Together The goal of this community is to create real opportunities, partnerships, and income streams for members involved in logistics and moving. If you have leads, connections, or partnerships, feel free to share them here. Let’s build a strong network and help each other grow. 🚛📦 — Daniel BohorquezCEO | Quick Pick Up Logistics