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Industry Insights

Freight Rates Are Finally Rising: Why 2026 Is the Biggest Broker Growth Opportunity in Three Years

Carrier capacity is exiting at record pace, spot rates hit 3-year highs, and C.H. Robinson raised its 2026 forecast to +8%. Here's what the data means for small freight brokerages.

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February 6, 202610 min read
Industry Insights

Broker Transparency Delay Meets Capacity Squeeze: What to Do With Your Extra 5 Months

FMCSA delayed broker transparency rules to May 2026, but English proficiency enforcement is reducing driver pools by 5% nationally—and 15-25% in CA/AZ/TX. Here's how small brokerages should prepare.

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December 24, 20258 min read
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The Freight Broker Accountability Bill: What It Means and How to Prepare

The Patrick Kowalski Act, introduced December 18, 2025, would impose 10% penalties on brokers who contract with carriers having 3+ DOT violations. Here's what small brokerages need to know.

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December 24, 202510 min read
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H.R. 5688 Explained: CDL Crackdowns and What It Means for Brokers

California is revoking 17,000+ CDLs, federal grants are being pulled, and H.R. 5688 could lock it all into law. Here's what small brokerages need to know.

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December 14, 202512 min read
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10 Roads Shutdown, CDL Crackdown and Broker Risk

USPS giant 10 Roads is shutting down, CDL schools are purged, and fraud is in the spotlight. Here's what 2025's shake-up means for small freight brokers.

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December 9, 202510 min read

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