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All the content we create is to help our trucker family navigate the complexities of running their own business. On this page, you'll find useful information about taxes, bookkeeping, getting started as an owner-operator, and strategies to help you be successful.

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On The Air & Onsite At NASTC’s Annual Conference

Trucker CFO Colton Lawrence served as a co-host for two hours of the Dave Nemo Show on the opening day of the National Association of Small Truck Companies’ Annual Conference. Held in Nashville in late October, the NASTC Annual Conference is an opportunity to bring…

Health Insurance Annual Open Enrollment: an Opportunity that can Help You Manage a Rising Cost

By Colton Lawrence The Trucker CFO Health insurance is a major expense, and the cost of healthcare is one of those price variables that can impact your expense budget both in your business and at home. Having health insurance coverage is a key component in the effort to mitigate these costs – especially when it

Finding Ways To Respond To The Changing Market

On Halloween morning, Colton made a guest appearance on the Dave Nemo Show with guest host Dan Ronan, who is part of the team at Transport Topics. During their conversation, Dan talked with Colton about the changing marketing conditions that owner-operators and independent contractors are facing as we move toward the close of 2022.

Taxes

Client Spotlight: Meet Carol And Joe Shelton

During his visit to the Expedite Expo, Trucker CFO Colton Lawrence got a chance to catch up with Joe and Carol Shelton, fleet owners who found Colton and his Trucker CFO Team to be a valuable asset to their R2R Trucking Company. During this edition of the podcast, you will hear the Sheltons share their experience and the relationship they have built with the Trucker CFO team over the years…

Exploring Considerations On The S-Corp Election

In this edition of the podcast, we’ll be focusing on the key considerations that are a part of the business entity formation process while we look in detail at the S-Corp Election. You’ll be hearing from the Trucker CFO, Colton Lawrence, Colton will also be joined on the podcast by Robert Hazen, a member of the team at the Trucker CFO…

Discussing Current Events & Managing Financial Reports

On May 27th, Trucker CFO Colton Lawrence made a guest appearance on the Dave Nemo Show. Jimmy Mac was serving as the host for this edition of the show. Colton and Jimmy took some time to discuss current events happening in…

Getting Started

What is the Best Business Entity for a Trucker?

As a trucker choosing a business entity, you have a lot to consider. You may not be familiar with all the choices, but in this blog, we will cover some of the most common options. The four most common types of business entities for owner-operators are…

Getting Your CDL

Recently, we talked about the importance of having a plan before jumping into the owner-operator’s seat. Today, we’re going to dive in a little bit deeper about getting your CDL and a few things you need to take into consideration when doing your research. Not all operations are going to require you to have that CDL,…

What are the most common tax mistakes truckers make?

All too often, truckers who make the transition from being an employee to an owner-operator are not as informed as they need to be about the tax laws that govern the industry. This lack of knowledge can, unfortunately, create major headaches for truckers. Find out from the professionals at the Trucker CFO — a provider…

Operations and Strategy

Maintaining Your Mental Health While On The Road

Trucker CFO Colton Lawrence served as a co-host with Jimmy Mac on a special edition of the Dave Nemo Show from the Walcott Truck Jamboree. Jimmy Mac and Colton opened the Trucker CFO portion of the show by welcoming Dr. Todd Thatcher to the program. Dr. Thatcher, a former professional driver who is now an expert on mental health, discussed the importance of maintaining your mental health while you’re on the road…

Transportation Attorney Doug Grawe Discusses Supreme Court’s Decision Not To Hear The AB5 Case

From the special RadioNemo Show at the Walcott Truck Jamboree, Jimmy Mac and Trucker CFO Colton Lawrence get the perspective of Doug Grawe, a transportation attorney, on the decision by the Supreme Court not to hear the California Trucking Association’s Challenge to California’s AB5 law…

Husband-And-Wife Team Explain How Trucker CFO Saved Them Over $20,000

Steve and Tonya, husband and wife owner-operators, join Jimmy Mac and Trucker CFO Colton Lawrence on the RadioNemo show that was broadcast live from the Walcott Truck Jamboree. Steve and Tonya share their story on how Colton and his Trucker CFO Team helped them work through a challenging situation and come out on the other side by saving over $20,000…

Bookkeeping