How to get loads with a new MC authority

Why brokers say no to new MCs

Many brokers only work with authorities that have been active for 90 days or more, and some want 6 months or a year. Their insurance and their own fraud rules require it, because new MC numbers are where most freight fraud happens. It isn't about you, and the waiting period ends.

What you can do in your first 90 days

• Ask the brokers that do work with new authorities. Some will, with a call, a clean safety record and proof of experience.
• Use load boards that show new-authority friendly brokers and expedite boards for vans and box trucks.
• Keep your paperwork perfect: active insurance on file with FMCSA, BOC-3, UCR, and a clean W-9 and COI ready to send.
• Run under an established authority until yours ages, so you earn while you wait.

Running under our authority while yours ages

You lease your truck to an established motor carrier and haul under its MC and broker relationships. You get loads now instead of waiting. When your own MC is old enough, you switch to dispatch on your own authority. With us that's from 15% per load, factoring included; insurance stays separate in your name and we help you get a good quote. The signup fee comes out of your first load.

Checklist before you call brokers

• MC shows Authorized on FMCSA
• Insurance on file with FMCSA
• Certificate of insurance listing the broker as certificate holder
• W-9 and voided check or factoring letter
• Truck and trailer details ready

Quick answers

How long until brokers accept a new MC?
Commonly 90 days, sometimes 6 months or more, depending on the broker.

Can I start working right away?
Yes, by running under an established authority while yours ages.

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