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Nov 6, 20204 min read
Run Hard Now: Q4 2020
Oftentimes, when there is a boom in freight rates, we see a counter-intuitive pattern develop among the Owner Operator population....
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Jun 30, 20202 min read
Financial Clutter: What to Keep and What to Get Rid Of
As we move past tax season, it's the perfect time to organize your financials. But where do you start? If you have boxes full of bank...
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Jun 19, 20203 min read
Understanding Freight Market Trends
You don’t have to be an economics major to understand the basic principles of supply and demand. However, understanding and identifying...
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May 13, 20202 min read
Why S-Corporations Must Run Payroll
If your business has elected S Corporation status with the IRS, you have differentiated yourself from your company by making the company...
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Mar 31, 20206 min read
Five Tips to Help You Succeed in an Uncertain Freight Market
In this article, we want to share some ways for you to manage your trucking business during an uncertain freight market. Now would be the...
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Mar 15, 20202 min read
4 Common Tax Myths Debunked
These myths could end up costing you thousands of dollars if you’re not careful.
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Feb 16, 20203 min read
Don't Become the Victim of a Scammer
By Ellen Voie, President & CEO of Women In Trucking The email started innocent enough. The question from the CEO asked if the employee...
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Aug 11, 20195 min read
How to Save Money: 8 Big Ways to Cut Your Spending
As an owner-operator, you’re probably always hearing about ways to save money on fuel, truck maintenance, taxes, and business expenses....
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Jul 15, 20192 min read
3 Reasons Why Fleet Maintenance Is Important
Whether you run a trucking company, a taxi company, or a car rental, you should not neglect proper fleet maintenance.
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Apr 18, 20194 min read
7 Red Flags That May Lead to a Tax Audit
As you do your taxes this year, pay attention to these seven red flags that may lead to a tax audit.
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Mar 24, 20194 min read
How to File a 2290 Tax Form
Form 2290 is the Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return. Any person operating a vehicle weighing more than 55,000 pounds is required to...
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Jan 26, 20192 min read
Eight Things an Owner-Operator Should Tell Their Tax Preparer
When it comes to making more money or saving on taxes, providing pertinent information to your tax preparer is important. The following...
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Jan 14, 20192 min read
Starting an Emergency Fund
Life is full of all kinds of unexpected events. Everything could be going great and then one day your truck has an unexpected maintenance...
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Dec 21, 20183 min read
During Holidays, Be Extra Vigilant About Protecting Financial Data
To help achieve your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you should save and invest regularly. But that’s only part of the...
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Nov 29, 20182 min read
Business Is Great, but the Pendulum Always Swings
This could be the best time to take stock and consider a few ways that might be helpful in the future.
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Oct 19, 20186 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Start a Trucking Company?
Many drivers make the transition from company driver to owner-operator because they want the opportunity to make more money and have more...
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Oct 8, 20184 min read
The Scariest Thing This Halloween: Back Taxes
Download our complete "Tax Resolution Guide for Owner-Operators" by clicking here! As we approach Halloween, I find myself watching more...
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Jul 5, 20184 min read
Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax
The Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax has several names including Federal Highway Use Tax, FHUT, 2290, or even “Road Taxes”. ATBS receives...
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Jun 12, 20182 min read
Your Customer Has Choices
As a business owner, it’s important for you to create your own brand if you want to stand out from your competition. Some business owners...
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May 31, 20183 min read
Repairing Your Credit in 5 Simple Steps
Whether you have overdue loan payments, years of high credit card balances, or accounts turned over to collections, there's always a way...
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