Co-brokering is legal collaboration between licensed brokers with transparency, while double brokering is illegal fraud where carriers re-broker loads without authority. Learn how to identify each practice, implement proper documentation, and protect your brokerage from fraud.
A comprehensive co-broker agreement protects freight brokers when collaborating on shipments. This guide provides a complete template covering commission structure, payment terms, carrier selection responsibilities, and non-solicitation clauses—all vital for preventing disputes and legal issues.
The 6 essential freight broker contracts include Broker-Carrier Agreements, Load Confirmations, Rate Confirmations, Accessorials, BOLs, and Carrier of Choice contracts. This comprehensive guide includes templates, example language, and best practices for effective contract management.
Learn the key freight broker liability court cases that have resulted in multimillion-dollar verdicts and the specific protection strategies brokers need to implement in 2025, including verification protocols, documentation standards, and contract provisions.
Learn how to get a freight broker license in 2025 with this comprehensive guide covering requirements, costs, application steps, and insider tips from a 30-year industry veteran.
Getting a freight broker bond with bad credit costs $4,875-$12,500 annually versus $750-$1,500 with good credit. Learn complete broker startup costs, credit-based options, and strategies to reduce expenses.