Has anyone found useful DAT Load Board add-ons that provide fuel prices and toll estimates for trips? Any options available, and what are the costs for these add-ons? Would like to get the most value out of the load boards. Thanks in advance!

Hi my name is Jack. I'm based in New York and I am exciting to dive into the world of trucking and dispatching. From this course and community, I hope to achieve these three goals: 1. Build a successful business in the trucking industry. 2. Connect with and learn from ambitious professionals who have a passion for trucking. 3. Master negotiations to secure direct lines with shippers and book high paying loads. For fun I like to do these 3 things: 1. Traveling and hiking ✈️ - hiking in all the national parks is definitely on my bucket list! 2. Reading a variety of genres 📚 - especially fiction that offers valuable life lessons. 3. Riding my motorcycle 🏍️ - I am also planning to get my pilot's license soon! Looking forward to connecting with everyone! What’s Your Favorite National Park? (Feel free to share why in the comments) 🌲

👋 Hey everyone, When choosing where to register a trucking business, tax savings and operational costs are critical considerations. The best state for registration often depends on the business structure, whether you’ll need a physical location in the state, and how you’ll handle licensing and tax requirements. Here are the top states known for tax savings and lower overhead for trucking businesses: 1. Delaware - Advantages: No sales tax, no state corporate income tax on goods and services provided outside Delaware, and relatively low business registration fees. - Annual Franchise Tax: Delaware has a flat annual franchise tax, usually around $300 for LLCs. - Privacy: Delaware offers strong privacy protections for business owners. - Drawback: You need a registered agent in Delaware, which can add to overhead if your operations are based out of state. Best For: If you operate mainly outside of Delaware and want to reduce tax obligations on income sourced outside the state. Ideal for owner-operators or smaller fleets focused on interstate commerce. 2. Nevada - Advantages: No state income tax or franchise tax on income, and no personal income tax for business owners. Nevada also doesn’t tax corporate shares. - Privacy: Strong privacy laws for LLC owners. - Drawback: You’ll need a registered agent if based out of state. The state also has a Commerce Tax for businesses with over $4 million in annual gross revenue, though this may not affect smaller fleets. Best For: Companies looking to avoid state income taxes, especially if business ownership resides in or operates out of Nevada. 3. Wyoming - Advantages: No corporate or personal income tax, no franchise tax, and low annual fees (about $50–$100 for LLCs). Wyoming also has a low-cost registered agent market, often around $50/year. - Privacy: Known for strong business privacy protections, similar to Delaware and Nevada. - Drawback: Limited local market for trucking, so this is usually better suited to businesses with interstate or national operations rather than those focused within the state.

Looking for recommendations on the best load boards to use when starting out. Any tips on navigating them effectively?

Hi my name is Alaura. I live in KY and I plan on making $5000 per month dispatching trucks. I want to get these 3 things from this course/community: 1.  Call experience with truckers. 2.  More management skills 3. To learn the in’s and outs from all perspectives. For fun I like to do these 3 things: 1.  Go to the gym 2.  Obedience training with my two doggos 3.  Invest ————————————————————————————————