Partners in Business tip: Define your business

Jun 10, 2020

Updated Jun 16, 2021

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The Partners in Business program is sponsored by TBS Factoring.

Before you buy or lease a truck, spend some time researching the type of freight you want to haul. By knowing what industry you will haul for before you buy or lease a truck, you may uncover hidden costs and specific requirements that will influence your purchase.

The Partners in Business program is produced by Overdrive and the consultants at ATBS, the nation’s largest owner-operator business services firm. The program is sponsored by TBS Factoring Service.

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