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Mar 9, 20211 min read

The Final Episode of the Rearview Mirror Series

In the final episode of the Rearview Mirror Series, we give a quick summary of the series in total, answer some final user-submitted...

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Mar 1, 20213 min read

Tips for Owner-Operators Who Can't Pay Their Taxes

Tax season can be a stressful time. Independent contractors who do not have taxes taken out of their paychecks are particularly...

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Feb 22, 20212 min read

The Rearview Mirror Series Episode 6: Common Questions about Back Taxes

In this episode of the Rearview Mirror Series, we answer some of the most common questions truck drivers have about back taxes and tax...

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Jan 9, 20211 min read

The Rearview Mirror Series Episode 5: Negotiation Strategies & Tactics

As always, if you haven't watched the previous episodes, we'd recommend starting there and working your way forward. Remember, Episode #2...

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Dec 27, 20201 min read

The Rearview Mirror Series Episode 4: Managing IRS Compliance

As always, if you haven't watched the previous episodes, we'd recommend starting there and working your way forward. Also as always,...

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Nov 23, 20202 min read

The Rearview Mirror Series Episode 3: Negotiating With the IRS

If you haven't watched Episode 2, stop what you're doing and go watch/listen to Episode 2. Obtaining IRS Compliance is the single most...

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Oct 8, 20201 min read

The Rearview Mirror Series Episode 2: Obtaining IRS Compliance

In this episode of the Rearview Mirror Series, Tom and Barney talk all about the first step in getting caught up on your taxes: IRS...

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Sep 6, 20201 min read

Introducing the ATBS Rearview Mirror Series

Find out how to get caught up on your taxes and put the IRS in your rearview mirror with our new Rearview Mirror Video Series! In this...

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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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Oct 31, 20192 min read

How Fleets Can Save on Fuel Economy

Organizations that manage a fleet of vehicles can achieve significant savings by following certain fundamentals on sustainability and...

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Oct 12, 20194 min read

Truck Accidents: 7 Common Causes and How Truckers Can Avoid Them

No truck driver wants to think about getting into an accident. An accident can lead to harm to yourself and others, damage to your truck...

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Sep 30, 20196 min read

Where Should I Get My Trucking Industry News?

As a truck driver, it’s important to stay up to date on what’s going on in the industry. It’s also important you are getting your news...

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Mar 31, 20197 min read

Winter Driving Tips for Truck Drivers

This article was originally featured on TeamRunSmart.com. Winter is right around the corner which means it’s time to refresh yourself on...

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Jan 23, 20192 min read

Tax Tips for Company Drivers

An important tax form called the W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, should be received by company drivers no later than the beginning of...

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Dec 13, 20183 min read

How to Decide Which Lease-Purchase Trucking Companies Are Worth Driving For

As a lease-purchase owner-operator, there are many things to consider when deciding what company to lease onto. Even though you are...

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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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Sep 2, 20183 min read

Top 20 Reasons to Be an Owner-Operator

With a booming trucking industry, many drivers consider becoming an owner-operator. Some do it for the right reasons and others do it for...

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Jun 28, 20183 min read

Building Good Business Relationships

Communication and relationship building skills are a big part of running a successful trucking business.

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Jun 24, 20183 min read

Health and Weight Loss: 7 Tips for Reaching Your Long-Term Goals

Many people struggle with their weight and maintaining good health. From fad diets to crazy exercise plans – there seems to be a new...

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Apr 16, 20182 min read

How to Grow Your Monthly Profit

Every month ATBS does the accounting for thousands of owner-operator drivers. We have inside knowledge of who is profiting by making the...

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