Freight Brokers

Who pays when a surety bond claim is filed? Learn how the surety bond claims process works, who pays a valid claim, and why the bonded business may ultimately be responsible for reimbursing the surety. This guide explains the roles of the principal, obligee, and surety, how claims are investigated, how indemnity agreements work, and how businesses can reduce the risk of claims while protecting their licensing and bonding relationships.

Learn how to renew your freight broker license and keep your FMCSA authority active. This guide explains the difference between renewing a freight broker license and maintaining operating authority, including the $75,000 BMC-84 freight broker bond, BOC-3, FMCSA biennial updates, business information updates, financial responsibility requirements, and insurance. It also explains bonding requirements for $75,000 NVOCC bonds and $50,000 OFF (OTI) bonds.

Want to become a licensed freight broker? This complete guide explains how to start a freight brokerage, obtain FMCSA operating authority, file a BOC-3, and meet financial-responsibility requirements. Learn the differences between the $75,000 BMC-84 freight broker bond, $75,000 NVOCC bond, and $50,000 OFF (OTI) bond, along with startup costs, carrier requirements, insurance, and tips for building a successful freight brokerage business.