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Pre-written emails for common freight broker scenarios

Carrier Solicitation

Subject: Available Load - [ORIGIN] to [DESTINATION] - [DATE]

Hi [CARRIER_NAME],

I have a great load opportunity for you:

Load Details:
• Pickup: [PICKUP_DATE] in [ORIGIN_CITY, STATE]
• Delivery: [DELIVERY_DATE] in [DEST_CITY, STATE]
• Rate: $[RATE]
• Commodity: [COMMODITY]
• Weight: [WEIGHT] lbs

This is a [EQUIPMENT_TYPE] load. Are you interested? Please respond ASAP if available.

Best regards,
[YOUR_NAME]
[YOUR_COMPANY]
[YOUR_PHONE]

Tip: Replace the [BRACKETED] fields with your specific information before sending.

Customer Follow-up

Subject: Following Up on Your Shipping Needs

Hi [CUSTOMER_NAME],

I wanted to follow up on our recent conversation about your shipping needs.

We specialize in [SERVICE_TYPE] and have experience in your industry. Our services include:
• Competitive rates
• Real-time tracking
• Dedicated support
• 99% on-time delivery rate

Would you like to schedule a call this week to discuss how we can help with your freight?

Looking forward to working with you!

Best,
[YOUR_NAME]
[YOUR_COMPANY]
[YOUR_PHONE] | [YOUR_EMAIL]

Tip: Replace the [BRACKETED] fields with your specific information before sending.

Load Booking Confirmation

Subject: Load Booking Confirmation - [LOAD_NUMBER]

Hi [CARRIER_NAME],

This confirms your booking for:

Load #: [LOAD_NUMBER]
Rate: $[RATE]
Pickup: [PICKUP_DATE] at [PICKUP_TIME]
    [PICKUP_ADDRESS]
Delivery: [DELIVERY_DATE] at [DELIVERY_TIME]
    [DELIVERY_ADDRESS]

Rate confirmation is attached. Please confirm receipt and that your driver will be on time.

Thank you!

[YOUR_NAME]
[YOUR_COMPANY]
[YOUR_PHONE]

Tip: Replace the [BRACKETED] fields with your specific information before sending.

Payment Reminder

Subject: Payment Reminder - Invoice [INVOICE_NUMBER]

Hi [CUSTOMER_NAME],

This is a friendly reminder that Invoice #[INVOICE_NUMBER] for $[AMOUNT] is due on [DUE_DATE].

Invoice Details:
• Invoice Date: [INVOICE_DATE]
• Amount Due: $[AMOUNT]
• Due Date: [DUE_DATE]
• Load #: [LOAD_NUMBER]

Please let me know if you need a copy of the invoice or have any questions.

Thank you for your business!

[YOUR_NAME]
[YOUR_COMPANY]
[YOUR_PHONE]

Tip: Replace the [BRACKETED] fields with your specific information before sending.

Carrier Onboarding

Subject: Welcome to [YOUR_COMPANY] - Next Steps

Hi [CARRIER_NAME],

Welcome to our carrier network! We're excited to work with you.

To complete your onboarding, please send us:
1. Current Certificate of Insurance (COI)
2. Signed W-9
3. Copy of MC Authority
4. Signed Carrier Agreement (attached)

Once we receive these documents, you'll be approved to haul loads for us.

Our payment terms are [PAYMENT_TERMS]. We pay via [PAYMENT_METHOD].

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out!

Best regards,
[YOUR_NAME]
[YOUR_COMPANY]
[YOUR_PHONE] | [YOUR_EMAIL]

Tip: Replace the [BRACKETED] fields with your specific information before sending.

Rate Increase Notification

Subject: Rate Adjustment Notice - [LANE]

Hi [CUSTOMER_NAME],

I wanted to give you advance notice of a rate adjustment on [LANE].

Due to [REASON - e.g., fuel costs, market conditions, increased demand], our new rate for this lane will be $[NEW_RATE], effective [EFFECTIVE_DATE].

Old Rate: $[OLD_RATE]
New Rate: $[NEW_RATE]
Effective: [EFFECTIVE_DATE]

We value your business and have kept this increase as minimal as possible. Please let me know if you'd like to discuss this further.

Thank you for your understanding!

Best,
[YOUR_NAME]
[YOUR_COMPANY]
[YOUR_PHONE]

Tip: Replace the [BRACKETED] fields with your specific information before sending.

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