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Frequently asked Bookkeeping questions
TBS will process your MC#/USDOT Number and BOC-3 for free (both are required to activate your authority), with no annual membership fee or application processing fee. Your out-of-pocket cost will be the $300 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration fee and the $50 BOC-3 registration fee which covers the lower 48 states. ($350 total).
TBS will process your MC#/USDOT Number and BOC-3 for free (both are required to activate your authority), with no annual membership fee or application processing fee. Your out-of-pocket cost will be the $300 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration fee and the $50 BOC-3 registration fee which covers the lower 48 states. ($350 total).
The FMCSA registration fee is $300, with no additional costs.
Safety audits can occur within the first 12 to 18 months after your USDOT Number is activated. TBS offers an Owner-Operator Compliance Package and a Do-It-Yourself Package to help you stay compliant and avoid an expedited audit.
Highway motor vehicle owners must fill out the 2290 tax form. The tax form runs from July 1 to June 30 and is due August 31. When you purchase a vehicle after August 31, you must fill out the tax form within 60 days of your purchase.
The International Fuel Tax Agreement includes 48 U.S. states and 10 Canadian provinces. Alaska and Hawaii are not a part of the agreement.
New Mexico, Kentucky, New York, and Oregon require trucking companies to have an additional weight distance travel permit
An SCAC is required if you are conducting business with U.S. government agencies. Many commercial shippers need this too.
Freight Factoring
Freight factoring with TBS is simple and helps you grow your business. Utilize our cutting-edge technology to manage your business on-the-go and at any time.
Trucker’s Resources
Starting a trucking business is no simple task, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our experienced team will help you every step of the way, and our expertise is free.
Factoring Services
Advance Program
TBS can advance up to 50% of any loads that you factor with us before you haul it.
Search4Freight
With our exclusive, mobile-friendly Search4Freight load board, you’ll discover hundreds of pre-approved loads.
TBS Fuel Finder
The TBS Fuel Finder site helps you save money on fuel and gives you access to exclusive fuel discounts nationwide.
Permitting & Compliance
USDOT
TBS was founded only a few years after the establishment of the Department of Transportation. TBS has the knowledge and experience to help you navigate required state and federal regulations before you hit the road. We provide trucking permit services to ensure that you pay no more in permitting and taxes than is necessary.
COMPLIANCE
TBS can help you prepare for the audit process with our startup compliance packages.
Become Your Own Boss
When you start your independent trucking company, it can be a headache. TBS will help you with all the steps so you can focus on your business.
