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Where to Get Great LTL Rates

September 29, 2021September 6, 2016 by Dean McNeely

Getting LTL rates are a lot easier today, especially for businesses that only need to move a single palette of freight. There are multiple approaches with most having some drawbacks. The appropriate strategy can mean the difference between profit and loss. It starts with the need to get the best and most accurate LTL rates … Read more

What is LTL Freight?

September 29, 2021August 29, 2016 by Dean McNeely

LTL freight is a type of trucking service used to transport smaller shipments. The term LTL stands for “less than truckload.” It’s the best type of shipping for freight and packages too big for parcel carriers like the USPS, Fedex and UPS, but not big enough to fill a full truckload trailer. Here are some … Read more

Where To Find An LTL Freight Carrier

September 29, 2021August 25, 2016 by Dean McNeely

“Which LTL freight carrier to use?” It’s one of the biggest decisions many manufacturers and importers need to make. What seems like a simple decision can cost companies extra tens of thousands of dollars and for some even millions over the course of a year if not approached correctly. So how do you find an … Read more

How to Lower LTL Costs for SMB Freight

May 17, 2016May 10, 2016 by Dean McNeely

I know from experience the challenge of SMB freight. It can be tough to keep freight rates down for both LTL and truckload freight. Before I opened LTL Freight Center in 2008, I ran a small business owner that imported and sold bikes and ATVs. I clearly remember the challenges of shipping, especially negotiating lower … Read more

How To Get a LTL Freight Quote

September 29, 2021August 20, 2015 by Dean McNeely

No matter what size or type of business you are at some point in time you may need an ltl freight quote. An LTL freight quote is easier to get than it used to be with many providers on the market offering flexible rates for the type of shipments you have. When trying to approach a freight carrier though it’s important to know what to look for.

Where Business Can Get An LTL Quote

September 29, 2021August 20, 2015 by Dean McNeely

Getting an ltl quote is easier than what it used to be for most businesses looking to move freight by a single palette. There are multiple approaches to doing this but each has drawbacks and being able to work each strategy appropriately can mean the difference between profit and loss. So getting the best most accurate ltl quote the first time will help you choose an appropriate carrier.