# Author Archives: Darah Aldridge

## [Why Trust TBS as Your Freight Factoring Company?](/content/why-trust-tbs-as-your-freight-factoring-company/index.html)

As the global economy continues to change, many trucking companies may be struggling to secure the funding they need to run their business and are looking for a reliable freight factoring company.

## [Benefits of Choosing TBS](/content/benefits-of-choosing-tbs/index.html)

When it comes to choosing a factoring company to partner with, it’s important to pick the one that goes above and beyond simple invoice factoring.

## [How Fuel Cards (and More) Save Truckers Money](/content/how-fuel-cards-and-more-save-truckers-money/index.html)

High fuel costs and ways to combat them—whether through discount fuel cards or more strategic planning—are at the top of every trucker’s mind these days.

## [4 Quick Tips to Picking an Insurance Company](/content/4-quick-tips-to-picking-an-insurance-company/index.html)

As an owner-operator, vehicle insurance is critical. Not only do you need the proper insurance in place to stay compliant with the DOT.

## [Understanding Retirement Accounts](/content/understanding-retirement-accounts/index.html)

If you don’t want to work forever, you need to invest for your retirement. To reach your retirement goal, actively saving for your retirement is necessary.

## [Tech On-the-Go](/content/tech-on-the-go/index.html)

Modern times require business owners to embrace technology as an integral part of running a successful business, especially in the trucking industry.

## [Fixed and Variable Costs Explained](/content/fixed-and-variable-costs-explained/index.html)

Running a business is hard, especially as an owner-operator. Knowing how to optimize your costs can make running your business smoother.

## [How to Be a Pro at Leasing a Truck](/content/how-to-be-a-pro-at-leasing-a-truck/index.html)

Leasing a truck is similar to renting a house. Leasing means you’re paying for the use of that truck, but it isn’t permanent ownership.

## [Easy Ways to Stay Safe](/content/easy-ways-to-stay-safe/index.html)

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Highway Loss Data Institute, a total of 4,014 people died in large truck crashes in recent years.

## [Dealership Service and Repair Tips](/content/dealership-service-and-repair-tips/index.html)

Whether you’re a seasoned driver with years of experience handling dealership repairs or a new owner-operator, you will likely have important decisions to make.