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Double Brokers In The USA

What's with the sudden rise?

Undoubtedly, the sudden increase in double brokering can be attributed to two main factors: inflation and the growing trend of hiring workers from third-world countries at lower wages.

Clearly, for the past 13 years, the world of shipping freight has been evolving. It’s not a new concept that double brokers have been active alongside truck drivers, freight brokers, and shippers in the USA. In fact, the practice of double brokering developed quite naturally.

It all began when a truck driver had a surplus of loads from one of his customers. He thought his friend, “John Doe,” could handle the extra loads and even pocketed $100 for himself in the process. Particularly, this scenario is not uncommon in the world of freight brokering.

5 Things Wrong With This

What’s wrong is a little bit more complex.  Many things for that matter. 

  1. Firstly, it’s crucial to properly check carriers for customers. This means making sure they are reliable and trustworthy.
  2. Keeping track of shipping is important, and with double-brokers in third world countries.. Good luck.
  3. Another significant concern is insurance for carriers who transport freight. Double brokers often overlook this, and they may not have a system to verify if the carrier’s insurance is valid and up to date for their customers.
  4. Now, let’s talk about insurance claims. If an unfortunate accident occurs during the shipment of a product, double brokers can create quite a mess.
  5. Lastly, there’s the issue of stolen freight. Without proper vetting terms and checklists in place, this unfortunate event has happened before in the industry. Customers have had their freight stolen due to inadequate vetting procedures.

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Working With The Right 3pl

Save Yourself a Headache & Money

You can probably imagine that partnering with a highly experienced freight broker who’s well-versed in the double-brokering tactics, particularly in California, can save you from a lot of headaches. Working with a broker who knows their operations inside out is invaluable. Saving money is just an added bonus in this scenario.

Evolve Forward Through a Strategic Partnership

As your business continues to expand, your logistical demands naturally increase as well. Should your present dry van carrier prove inadequate in keeping pace, the potential exists for it to impede your growth trajectory and potentially tarnish the hard-earned reputation you’ve diligently upheld.

What you require is a dry van solution that possesses an in-depth understanding of your shipping routes, strategically positioned assets precisely where you require them, and an unwavering dedication to the advancement of technologies and initiatives designed to enhance your operations.


  • Round-the-clock coverage, 365 days a year
  • Recognized SmartWay certification
  • Comprehensive load tracking accessible through our user-friendly customer portal
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