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Partners in Business
Some good news for owner-operator income during year’s first half
ATBS President Todd Amen dissects the net income numbers for owner-operators during the first half of 2020 and notes the outlook for the rest of the year.
September 16, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Shorter loan, less costly truck
The ideal loan term for a three-year depreciable asset like a heavy-duty truck is three or four years. Here’s why.
September 10, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Opt for deadhead over layovers
Be prepared to deadhead instead of laying over. Here’s why.
September 3, 2020
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Owner-op income for 2020 a mixed bag, but plan for downside, more uncertainty
Reefer's up, flat's down, and the spot market's volatility is cycling faster than ever, said Todd Amen, president of ATBS, to start off Overdrive's GATS Week.
August 25, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Analyze your oil
Did you know an engine oil analysis can help you understand engine wear problems before causing too much damage to your engine? Learn more on Overdrive.
August 12, 2020
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How hard were owner-operators hit in pandemic’s early months? PIB session details 2020 miles and income
The opening session of Overdrive’s GATS Week features Overdrive's Partners in Business collaborator ATBS, with YTD and second-quarter miles, income trends.
August 11, 2020
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What’s your most pressing business question?
Kevin Rutherford and Gary Buchs will be answering business questions from owner-operators during an Overdrive's Partners in Business presentation. Details here.
August 3, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Obtain a monthly earnings statement
All of your records should be converted into a profit and loss statement at the end of every month to show miles, revenue, costs and how much money you made or lost.
July 29, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Carry a notebook with your receipt envelope
This notebook — or alternately, a log kept in a document on your smartphone or other mobile device — will be used to record those expenses for which you cannot obtain a receipt.
July 22, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Have a reserve account
Here's how much every operator should have -- at minimum -- in a reserve account, and why you need one.
July 15, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Keep your records
Maintain your receipts and other tax records for at least three years. Here’s why…
July 9, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Driving habits and tire life
Many of the problems caused by bad driving habits show up as uneven tire wear. Even absent poor driving, check your tires daily for irregular wear.
July 2, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Log maintenance records
Only with complete records can you track the work done on your truck and, when necessary, prove that required maintenance has been done.
June 25, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Save for retirement
If you don’t have a retirement account, start one. Here’s why.
June 17, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Define your business
Before you buy or lease a truck, spend some time researching the type of freight you want to haul.
June 10, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Develop a business plan
A business plan is very important for all owner-operators. It can outline many aspects of your operation such as freight types, pay rates, and much more.
May 27, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Use a separate credit card for business expenses
Having a business credit card may help you reduce the number of advances you take from your carrier and will make it easier to keep track of business expenses.
May 20, 2020
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Partners in Business tip: Hire the kids
Provide tax-free earnings for age-appropriate work and help cut your tax bill. Check out all the details in the Partners in Business program produced by Overdrive.
May 7, 2020
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