I think we should put the kudos on him first. If you have been here from the beginning, you will know why I say that. He did this with his own perseverance & motivation. Yes, his father helped teach him, but he kept his goals & was a go getter.
As a twenty-year trucking veteran, and 2.5 million miles, I’ll say it right here--trucking is a cut-throat business. You’re chances of being lied to if you start a trucking company is nearly 100%. Shippers and trucking companies will tell you a million lies to get you through the door, but then once you start hauling for them, the reality is uncovered. Expect to make 70% as much as they told you you’d make. Also, expect to work 10 more hours per week than they promised. Too much government control and regulations. To make good money, you will need 3-4 trucks running. If you can’t afford this, the only other answer is to buy your own truck and go out on the road. Consider trucking to be like a college education. There are no books that will tell you how to do it, and other owner operators are hesitant to help you since you will be their competition. If you're looking into starting your own trucking company this 2023 then I will recommend you look into getting a Governmental business grant. I was approved and awarded $280k as startup capital. Today as a company owner, independent owner operator running under my own authority, 11 years running under my own authority. I do a 15 -16 day run. $25,000 in line haul is my goal. Every month is a 10+ day vacation. I run a reefer and only spend $16,000 to $21,000 a year in maintenance. After taxes, fuel and licensing I profit $190,000 in the bank. There is no short cut to success. Get your own authority and work open broker boards for trips. You will never see the big money off this industry as a COMPANY SLAVE. I wish everyone reading this comment a successful business week.
Hello Clement, I am an ASTL Army Veteran and Retired DoD-Civil Service. I have years of experience in maintenance and operation of heavy wheel vehicles and track vehicles (tactical and combat), and management in logistics and transportation. I am presently attending a commercial motor vehicle school in Smithfield NSW, Australia to obtain a Class A CDL. I am interested in starting a Transportation Business for both intra-state and interstate operations. Your words has provided me with excellent information for my new chapter in life.I have tried sending two grant application in the last few months but i was denied. Any recommendation on what you think am missing in my application process will be appreciated. Thank You. Vr Andrian Lawrence ASTL Veteran, DoD Retired.
This was more of an informative comment I have came across today. I’m currently a semi truck driver but I’m saving up for my own rig & also for the hotshot business but I will be looking into applying for grant once am done with my LLC. Thank for the piece of information. Drive safe Driver
@@Laewrence I don’t mean to be pessimistic but I believe you need the services of a skilled, experienced, License and professional Grant attorney who specializes on Grant writing. I will recommend you make your research about Governmental Grant Writer around your area so you hire a competent one to do the application process for you. I hired one also.
Young man, keep doing what you do and the only one can limit you is….. YOU! 27 years in this game and I’m learning from you! I wish RUclips would have been around when I started, SO MUCH knowledge available at our fingertips! Keep the wheels rollin and the shiny side up!
U know it's crazy listening to this man's story about him and his father, where my pops told me get my cdl, and we would drive together, and I could learn from him. The sad part was I did get my cdl, but my father never did any of what he said... Some people only make it because of the love and nurturement of their parents
I also told my son to get his CDL and run teams with me so that I could teach him the business from the front line, but my daughter-in-law told me he wasn’t interested in going over the road driving. Those who want it can’t get it, and for others whom have it at their finger tips - they don’t want to better their financial future.
I write insurance and most people cannot, cannot afford the insurance. I repeat most people cannot afford the insurance. I get young people from 21 and up who purchase tractors and can’t afford the insurance. You cannot get on the road or haul for any company like Amazon, XPO etc. without all the required insurance policies. And they are a minimum of 3 that you need. Getting a tractor is the easy part. Trucking is a serious business and not to get into likely. Many have to get loans just to pay the insurance for the year which can cost any where from $20,000 to $40,000 total depending on the coverages and the number of units that you have. You have to know what you are doing before you get a tractor ( truck).
Young man I don’t subscribe to many channels but I’m so impressed with you and your approach to living successfully. I’m 49 yrs old and 5 months in the game but will definitely humble myself and take your advice on how to get paid. Stay blessed nephew
Rock on homie, Great information. There's enough money for Everyone to be Rich. But, question - why were you Swallowing so much, was someone holding you at gunpoint in your truck cabin? 😂😂😂 J/K lol great video, I'm subscribing!
Congrats on getting your foot in the door in this trucking business. Keep up the hustle and don’t let hinderance. You are correct there is a lot of money in this industry to go around . Much respect ✊
He said the name of the Truck Sales Company folks, but since this video it’s no longer $5000 down---> “New 2023 models are $10,000 down and $835 per week. Used units are $7,500 down and $750 per week.” Is that a decent deal?
I appreciate the useful ideas and tricks of the trade we get on daily basis in your channel Ken. Thanks for being an inspiration to so many new truck drivers . This is a very helpful video!!!
Try LMR LEASING same as everything you just said but only a 101$ Buyout. No credit check same requirements but more inventory. Locations in California and Dallas Fort Worth.
I work at Diamond Truck Sales in SC. We approve people with 400 credit scores all the time. I watch these videos to learn more about the struggles truckers go through when going throuhh the process of buying a semi.
I just went to your website because of your comment and I been frustrated driving for someone else not making my own money but how much is a down payment usually?
Ken V As usual, dropping gems, glad to know I was right about the company, I never thought about using credit to pay the down payment, that was a smart move. And yes they never answer the phone, and rarely answer emails. 😂 but im going to pull up like you did, but I’m going to just gone and get me a tent up there and camp out during business hours!💪🏾💯😆
I 100% agree with you on leasing trucks Ken. I’m leased on to J.B. Hunt and lease from SFI and usually take home around 4000 a week after all expenses. The fuel discounts are usually .60-.70 from Pilot and I pay a single fee to drive through as many tolls as I want.
Respect bro definitely ready to starting my diesel trucking journey because of your vids. You are a true bleesing and I hope to get to tell you how mine goes once I get my foot in the door. Be safe out there ! Im omw to the top right behind you !
Ken, your success story is like a J.K. Rowling novel, but not fiction. Each chapter is original yet informative. The plot lines are plentiful yet always expanding. Once this book wraps up... K.V. on to the next story. I know your Pops is proud. I love your energy, excitement, and humility. Keep up the great job young man.
Damn....This video should've only been 5min long...He said the same shit 5 times over before telling us the name. Thanks for the insight, we do appreciate the free game. However , it's still not much to go on. Who was his salesman? Show us the trucks. But, hey I'm clearly an asshole so who am I to judge?
No cap but we don’t view your content to see you, hear 20 min long background stories you experiences with divine intervention. Presentation is x = y period. 1 Min to hook and 4 min to justify why I am listening. Treat this like you treat your business no one cares what happen on you trip where is my product.
I just went to your ig & followed. TFS! I just finished my bachelor's in Accounting and my husband has 2 years of trucking experience. I'm trying to do research on how to help him get his own truck and get this business poppin. Being a company driver was a good start to learn but like you said its enough money out here for everybody to win. We're 24 too so it's great to hear how young you are and taking a leap of faith in this industry! Oh and its mind blowing that you went to college too! Can never have to much knowledge🥰 God bless you and your business!
I am glad I came up on this video, I have a CDL and did a little bit of cross country driving with Prime Inc, 3 attempts and all was a disaster. I got into the repair side in 2017 and now I am sick of turning wrenches and so I am looking to go into driving/freight moving by being an owner operator, I started researching and found ur video and you provided some good insights, Thank you.
I started with PRIME about 2 months ago. I got my CDL and I love it. Yea its OTR but its sooo easy. The truck is 2023. Im making $1400 a week. Im stacking money, i in the process of buying a home. This life is soo simple.
Yep These are the kind of people causing all the wrecks and shit out here on the road no experience owns a truck wide open and crazy drivers and then the foreign people OMG be scared of this BS driver really a steering wheel holder just the kind that ran me into the median Las week rookie mofos
1. CDL license 2. No experience 3. Down payment 4. Insurance 5. Business bank account *********** Used truck Credit instead of cash Faith no credit check State of UTAH
Thank you!!! You’re a blessing and it’s no coincidence that you’re video came up. I was telling my husband today we’re moving to Salt Lake City, Utah. Divine interruptions is what we learned about at church last week.
This can backfire if you don't have reliable drivers. Lease to own is a good and bad thing. The best course of action is paying cash for a truck. You typically have a mile per year cap just like a car you will pay for every mile over.
Thanks for the WISDOM. I live in WashDC. My credit is bad bad. And I need to know how to start a business. Or at least start somewhere to be a driver. Drive for me. My credit is not 650. So I'm done
@@eddieabbott370 You can be a company driver, save heavily and build your credit. Then when you're ready, buy a truck But you should be doing your research and understand all that's involved.
Bro, loved the video!!! Most of all, HAD TO PRESS PAUSE FOR A SECOND, TO "JOT DOWN" THE SAYING YOU SAID IN THE BEGINNING ABOUT A PATH TAKEN, WILL BE MET WITH LITTLE TO NO INTERFERENCE, WHEN IT'S TRULY MEANT TO BE TAKEN... NOW THAT MY FRIEND WAS A NOTE WORTH TAKING NOT TO MENTION ALL THE OTHER INFORMATION EXTREMELY VALUABLE BUT THERE'S SOME TIMES IN SOME CASES WHERE A PHRASE SUCH AS THAT IS WORTH REMEMBERING!!! 💯💯💯 AGAIN THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO AND THE INFO IT WAS TRULY HELPFUL!!!
Smart guy that pays close attention to what's going on.. Some of the greatest coaches in the world are the ones that sat on the bench and observed closely...You observed your pops and learned. Keep winning man.
Great stuff! I manage a small trucking fleet out of Utah. You’re doing it the right way and it’s refreshing to see! Keep it up and yes I just subscribed today to get more of your content!
I graduate CDL school in 3 weeks. You were so fortunate to have your dad. Every company wants experience. How are you supposed to get experience if no one will give u the chance?? I was going to roll the dice and buy a truck. But I’m looking for a company for 6 months. Do u have any recommendations that you’ve heard through word of mouth?? Thank you and God Bless 🙏🏼
your "Pop"can be proud, Im 68 years old and you give me hope on so many levels i cant even express, God Bless you young and God Bless America there is hope and light, and you are a light.
I got my CDL because of my grandfather who was an owner operator and we was supposed to run together unfourntently he was killed by the truck he taught me on when it fell of the jacks it was on, he was trucking and doing his own everything to his truck his entire 78 year life. Now im trying to be able to run the truck he left me but my uncle is trying to take that away from me for no reason but his own greed when the guy already owns a company worth 7mil.
Keep going I appreciate all the tips, ima 22 y/o merchant marine and I’m looking to start a new business venture in trucking. My grandfather ran trucks too.
Great video bro I agree with a lot of what you said. If something is meant for you it definitely will flow naturally. I recently got into the truck industry myself by way of box trucks. I’m still learning but it feels natural. I plan on getting up to an 18 wheeler one day. It has always been my dream. Keep it up
Thanks man for put your time for people like me. Currently in my transition out the military ready to take my CDL course and looking forward to have my own truck after couple years.
What was your MOS ?!? if you were an 88 like me you can get a waiver for truck driving !! I mean the school would still be helpful but it’s good to know you can possibly skip it
One thing I learned in my over a decade of OTR trucking is that there is no such a thing as free lunch in life. Cash, Credit card, or loan; it still came out of your wallet. Coming from carhauling, the norm was around 30k down payment on brand new 280k rig depending on the type and trailer manufacturer. Either way, we usually Financed at 3.5k to 4k a month. Paid off in 5years. Leasing a used truck with no trailer for 3k a month is crazy. At that rate For a 140k freighliner, one would have paid it off in less than 4 years. Why even lease it for a DAY? If it was me, I won't do it. Oh, the buyout option is Usually never worth it. Most of the time, the buyout price is the going price for that truck. This is my personal opinion, I left the game 4 years ago so take it with a grain of salt, the game might have been reinvented why I was gone. To me, this is absolutely crazy!
Thank you brother Ken, for enlightening us on how to you got a truck. QUESTIONS: The truck has 10 months left to pay off, which is 76k. Correct me if I’m wrong. The buyout is 48k. How much total to purchase this truck? Is it 76k+48k? Has most of the 76k been paid, only 10months of payments remain? Thank you
What’s up man! I’ve been watching you channel all day for real and just catching up! First, congrats on all you have accomplished! Second, thank you for your channel & the information you share with the world! It’s currently help me take notes, brainstorm, & plan. I literally just started my LLC 2 days after Christmas 2021. I’m excited and eager to learn and grow. I’m looking for a team to help me out as we speak (dispatcher & drivers). But before that i might have to make that trip to Utah for a truck! I have my business & business bank acct. working on my website this weekend. Thanks again bro and my bad for the lengthy comment, u are very inspiring and your a young dude, that speaks volumes brother! 💯 I’m trying to grow and build!
Greetings brother...First & foremost congrats on the LLC! I can recall my initial startup, like it was yesterday! August 31st, of 2022 I will have been on LLC status for 3 years. There is a lot that comes along with this business...A LOT! Establishing trade lines is the route to go, also register with Dun & Bradstreet, if you have not already done so, it is FREE TO REGISTER! My advice, do not purchase any of their offers of services, as they are not needed currently , as you are only an EIN possessor at this point. Also, are you a CDL possessor? Just curious as I am a CDL possessor, with all endorsements/TWIC, etc.. Feel free to reach out Brother, Black Star Lines LLC, -R. L. D. J.
@@blacckstarrracing7823 thanks a lot brother!! I don’t plan on driving bc I’m still active duty & no, i don’t have a CDL. I’m even considering Freight Brokerage route as well
Did I miss something? Because I didn’t hear anywhere he mentioned the truck dealer name or exact location??? I believe there’ll be many dealers in UTAH
Excellent information and yes I watched it all the way until the end. I am about to start training with a company to drive but it might not be a bad idea after I get out on my own to go ahead and get my name on the waiting list right away. Best of luck to you in your endeavors
You never mentioned the Company you got your trucks from, if you don't mind? You said Utah could you share the Company name great video thank you Many Blessings.
So, I watched the whole video but you did not say the name of the place where you got your truck from just the process. Which is a great process. You stated you your truch from Utah. Are keeping a secret because you cannot say the company's name?
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Semi trailer. Not semi truck
You inspire me
Where is this place in Utah?
Whats the name of the place he keep saying this place in Utah 🤣
Hi, what is the name of the dealership?
a man can truly reach great potential when he has a father that leads him . God bless your family brother keep the vids coming
yea. its crazy. its almost like fathers are important in society. go figure
I think we should put the kudos on him first. If you have been here from the beginning, you will know why I say that. He did this with his own perseverance & motivation. Yes, his father helped teach him, but he kept his goals & was a go getter.
Fatherhood is necessary.
💯 ✊🏾 👊🏾
CRAZY I WAS THINKING THE SAME THING,SHOUT TO THE GOOD FARTHERS OUT THRE.
As a twenty-year trucking veteran, and 2.5 million miles, I’ll say it right here--trucking is a cut-throat business. You’re chances of being lied to if you start a trucking company is nearly 100%. Shippers and trucking companies will tell you a million lies to get you through the door, but then once you start hauling for them, the reality is uncovered. Expect to make 70% as much as they told you you’d make. Also, expect to work 10 more hours per week than they promised. Too much government control and regulations. To make good money, you will need 3-4 trucks running. If you can’t afford this, the only other answer is to buy your own truck and go out on the road. Consider trucking to be like a college education. There are no books that will tell you how to do it, and other owner operators are hesitant to help you since you will be their competition. If you're looking into starting your own trucking company this 2023 then I will recommend you look into getting a Governmental business grant. I was approved and awarded $280k as startup capital. Today as a company owner, independent owner operator running under my own authority, 11 years running under my own authority. I do a 15 -16 day run. $25,000 in line haul is my goal. Every month is a 10+ day vacation. I run a reefer and only spend $16,000 to $21,000 a year in maintenance. After taxes, fuel and licensing I profit $190,000 in the bank. There is no short cut to success. Get your own authority and work open broker boards for trips. You will never see the big money off this industry as a COMPANY SLAVE. I wish everyone reading this comment a successful business week.
Is there a email or phone I can contact you? I’d like to ask more about the governmental grant. And trucking questions in general
Hi there! I'd like more info from you please and thank you!
Hello Clement,
I am an ASTL Army Veteran and Retired DoD-Civil Service. I have years of experience in maintenance and operation of heavy wheel vehicles and track vehicles (tactical and combat), and management in logistics and transportation. I am presently attending a commercial motor vehicle school in Smithfield NSW, Australia to obtain a Class A CDL.
I am interested in starting a Transportation Business for both intra-state and interstate operations. Your words has provided me with excellent information for my new chapter in life.I have tried sending two grant application in the last few months but i was denied. Any recommendation on what you think am missing in my application process will be appreciated.
Thank You.
Vr
Andrian Lawrence
ASTL Veteran, DoD Retired.
This was more of an informative comment I have came across today. I’m currently a semi truck driver but I’m saving up for my own rig & also for the hotshot business but I will be looking into applying for grant once am done with my LLC. Thank for the piece of information.
Drive safe Driver
@@Laewrence I don’t mean to be pessimistic but I believe you need the services of a skilled, experienced, License and professional Grant attorney who specializes on Grant writing. I will recommend you make your research about Governmental Grant Writer around your area so you hire a competent one to do the application process for you. I hired one also.
Young man, keep doing what you do and the only one can limit you is….. YOU! 27 years in this game and I’m learning from you! I wish RUclips would have been around when I started, SO MUCH knowledge available at our fingertips! Keep the wheels rollin and the shiny side up!
Much love and much respect thank you for the support!!
28 but I would not lease
Can u spell-out the company name?
8:31 Is when he FINALLY TALKS about how he did it.
You are a godsend
@@srjsamsam Somebody had to do it. These RUclipsrs LOVE TO HEAR THEMSELVES RAMBLE. They forget that the audience doesn't have ALL DAY
The Goat
You saved us all ty lmao
The best
U know it's crazy listening to this man's story about him and his father, where my pops told me get my cdl, and we would drive together, and I could learn from him. The sad part was I did get my cdl, but my father never did any of what he said... Some people only make it because of the love and nurturement of their parents
Facts… I know this struggle 1st hand. I’m on my journey
Honor your father. Even if he didn’t do his part, he influenced you in a positive manner.
@@hospitaladministrator3359 he died last yr from covid ??? Like I said sad
I also told my son to get his CDL and run teams with me so that I could teach him the business from the front line, but my daughter-in-law told me he wasn’t interested in going over the road driving. Those who want it can’t get it, and for others whom have it at their finger tips - they don’t want to better their financial future.
@@hospitaladministrator3359 my pops dead so I don't have to worry about him or the lies lol
I write insurance and most people cannot, cannot afford the insurance. I repeat most people cannot afford the insurance. I get young people from 21 and up who purchase tractors and can’t afford the insurance. You cannot get on the road or haul for any company like Amazon, XPO etc. without all the required insurance policies. And they are a minimum of 3 that you need. Getting a tractor is the easy part. Trucking is a serious business and not to get into likely. Many have to get loans just to pay the insurance for the year which can cost any where from $20,000 to $40,000 total depending on the coverages and the number of units that you have. You have to know what you are doing before you get a tractor ( truck).
Thank you for pointing that out. I’m sure I shy away from that topic
How much is a typical insurance for a driver
Young man I don’t subscribe to many channels but I’m so impressed with you and your approach to living successfully. I’m 49 yrs old and 5 months in the game but will definitely humble myself and take your advice on how to get paid. Stay blessed nephew
Rock on homie, Great information. There's enough money for Everyone to be Rich. But, question - why were you Swallowing so much, was someone holding you at gunpoint in your truck cabin? 😂😂😂 J/K lol great video, I'm subscribing!
Congrats on getting your foot in the door in this trucking business. Keep up the hustle and don’t let hinderance. You are correct there is a lot of money in this industry to go around . Much respect ✊
He said the name of the Truck Sales Company folks, but since this video it’s no longer $5000 down---> “New 2023 models are $10,000 down and $835 per week. Used units are $7,500 down and $750 per week.” Is that a decent deal?
I just requested this video a week ago. Appreciate it brother, I’ll be waiting!!!
All love, just giving back the game
Keep up the great work my first year driving as a truck operator I made 300,000 here in Oklahoma. Next year I will make more
I am also from Oklahoma would you mind sharing more info with me? I’d appreciate you! 😊
I appreciate the useful ideas and tricks of the trade we get on daily basis in your channel Ken. Thanks for being an inspiration to so many new truck drivers . This is a very helpful video!!!
💯💯💯
It's always good to have the CEO of the company you're driving for as your mentor
This young man is sharing expensive wisdom through experience for free. God bless you.
Best comment.
The confidence a father gives his son cannot be overstated. Great story, I hope you keep climbing in all things you do.
Try LMR LEASING same as everything you just said but only a 101$ Buyout. No credit check same requirements but more inventory. Locations in California and Dallas Fort Worth.
Thanks man
Thanks
Can you please give me the address I could not find it on Google
Appreciate the info... Subscribed!
I work at Diamond Truck Sales in SC. We approve people with 400 credit scores all the time. I watch these videos to learn more about the struggles truckers go through when going throuhh the process of buying a semi.
I just went to your website because of your comment and I been frustrated driving for someone else not making my own money but how much is a down payment usually?
Ken, I’m so proud of you. Keep up the good work!!!!
❤️❤️❤️
Hell man I wanna see this man I have a whole family lineage in this game if you’re wrong about something I won’t put you on blast 💥😂😂😂 get em youngin
love!
Can you link the company you used to get your trucks from? Thanks.
Damn I thought it was today, it’s tomorrow.🤦🏾♂️ I’ve been waiting by my phone like a kid in a candy store. 😂
😂😂💯💯
Ken V As usual, dropping gems, glad to know I was right about the company, I never thought about using credit to pay the down payment, that was a smart move. And yes they never answer the phone, and rarely answer emails. 😂 but im going to pull up like you did, but I’m going to just gone and get me a tent up there and camp out during business hours!💪🏾💯😆
Kenneth Barge is my name I'm on my way January 3 to school in Florida
I 100% agree with you on leasing trucks Ken. I’m leased on to J.B. Hunt and lease from SFI and usually take home around 4000 a week after all expenses. The fuel discounts are usually .60-.70 from Pilot and I pay a single fee to drive through as many tolls as I want.
Wow that’s great ass money!! Good shit
How much is your truck payment? Do you own your trailer or rent - how much?
@@darylfletcher5164 I pay 1047 a month. It’s expensive but it’s a brand new truck with full warranty!
@@darylfletcher5164 I pull J.B. hunt trailers for them. I’m leased on to JB
What happens when the truck needs repair or maintenance where do u take it
You repeat same sentence more than 3 times. This video should be 10mn long
Living in Jamaica 🇯🇲 but like watching your videos, very confident and well focused on your journey 👍
Respect bro definitely ready to starting my diesel trucking journey because of your vids. You are a true bleesing and I hope to get to tell you how mine goes once I get my foot in the door. Be safe out there ! Im omw to the top right behind you !
Ken, your success story is like a J.K. Rowling novel, but not fiction. Each chapter is original yet informative. The plot lines are plentiful yet always expanding. Once this book wraps up... K.V. on to the next story. I know your Pops is proud. I love your energy, excitement, and humility. Keep up the great job young man.
It’s a lot of African American males with a story like this unfortunately.. we have to overcome a lot to be successful
@@denzelsatterfield6417
...which is exactly why each success story is even more special
Real Genuine Complement
Man these are very humbling words. It’s motivation for me to just continue in this path and to continue living my truth. Appreciate you 1000%
@@humbledriver2536 love your positive comments and feedbacks fellow driver we need more people of the same..💯👍
Damn....This video should've only been 5min long...He said the same shit 5 times over before telling us the name. Thanks for the insight, we do appreciate the free game. However , it's still not much to go on. Who was his salesman? Show us the trucks. But, hey I'm clearly an asshole so who am I to judge?
Lol I feel you homie
Bro you gonna make me wait 5 days for this?!?!🤣...good videos✊🏽
The time is here lol
No cap but we don’t view your content to see you, hear 20 min long background stories you experiences with divine intervention. Presentation is x = y period. 1 Min to hook and 4 min to justify why I am listening. Treat this like you treat your business no one cares what happen on you trip where is my product.
😂😂😂😂 lmfao 50k subs later.
Man I’m 25 I have my class Bs….I’ve been driving for 4 years. I appreciate u so much man. Thank you! I’ve been wanting a new start
I just went to your ig & followed. TFS! I just finished my bachelor's in Accounting and my husband has 2 years of trucking experience. I'm trying to do research on how to help him get his own truck and get this business poppin. Being a company driver was a good start to learn but like you said its enough money out here for everybody to win. We're 24 too so it's great to hear how young you are and taking a leap of faith in this industry! Oh and its mind blowing that you went to college too! Can never have to much knowledge🥰 God bless you and your business!
Did you find the truck?
How long u had to go to school for accounting? I want to do that or businesses n finance !?? After I get my cdl
You inspire us all. Keep that information coming. We'll all be watching !!
🙏🙏🙏
Not for nothing you shouldn't own a truck after 2 months this is the problem after 47 yrs im gettin away from all of ya
Congrats to dad for taking the first leap of faith.
Facts!
I'm taking my test tomorrow wish me luck 🤞 I wanna provide for my family it's hurts trying put food on the table I'll do whatever it takes
@@mobilelegendspublicenemyxo4315 🙏
Dads are the best
Always appreciate someone sharing their experience!
I am glad I came up on this video, I have a CDL and did a little bit of cross country driving with Prime Inc, 3 attempts and all was a disaster. I got into the repair side in 2017 and now I am sick of turning wrenches and so I am looking to go into driving/freight moving by being an owner operator, I started researching and found ur video and you provided some good insights, Thank you.
I started with PRIME about 2 months ago. I got my CDL and I love it. Yea its OTR but its sooo easy. The truck is 2023. Im making $1400 a week. Im stacking money, i in the process of buying a home. This life is soo simple.
Nobody gets in the trucking industry to stay a company driver....yes there are.
Damn you just drop valuable game young blood......stay focused ✌️
free game!
Yep These are the kind of people causing all the wrecks and shit out here on the road no experience owns a truck wide open and crazy drivers and then the foreign people OMG be scared of this BS driver really a steering wheel holder just the kind that ran me into the median Las week rookie mofos
You sound like a weirdo.
1. CDL license
2. No experience
3. Down payment
4. Insurance
5. Business bank account
***********
Used truck
Credit instead of cash
Faith no credit check
State of UTAH
Too many truck dealers in UTAH but which one exactly did he got his trucks
That’s my question smh I’ve been looking
@@bakoreyhabibi7126 watch his video. He says it. Or follow him on Instagram.
Did you say the name of the company in UT?
Thank you!!! You’re a blessing and it’s no coincidence that you’re video came up. I was telling my husband today we’re moving to Salt Lake City, Utah. Divine interruptions is what we learned about at church last week.
Divine interruptions! Omg. I love that. Stealing that 🙏❤️
How did you get 2.5 million miles at age 22! Average driver it takes close to 7 years to get 1 million! ??
This can backfire if you don't have reliable drivers. Lease to own is a good and bad thing. The best course of action is paying cash for a truck. You typically have a mile per year cap just like a car you will pay for every mile over.
Thanks for the WISDOM. I live in WashDC. My credit is bad bad. And I need to know how to start a business. Or at least start somewhere to be a driver. Drive for me. My credit is not 650. So I'm done
@@eddieabbott370 You can be a company driver, save heavily and build your credit. Then when you're ready, buy a truck But you should be doing your research and understand all that's involved.
All this long talking about nothing!!! Whats name of the d@m company?
😂😂😂😂😂 you mad huh
Bro, loved the video!!! Most of all, HAD TO PRESS PAUSE FOR A SECOND, TO "JOT DOWN" THE SAYING YOU SAID IN THE BEGINNING ABOUT A PATH TAKEN, WILL BE MET WITH LITTLE TO NO INTERFERENCE, WHEN IT'S TRULY MEANT TO BE TAKEN... NOW THAT MY FRIEND WAS A NOTE WORTH TAKING NOT TO MENTION ALL THE OTHER INFORMATION EXTREMELY VALUABLE BUT THERE'S SOME TIMES IN SOME CASES WHERE A PHRASE SUCH AS THAT IS WORTH REMEMBERING!!! 💯💯💯 AGAIN THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO AND THE INFO IT WAS TRULY HELPFUL!!!
It took me a long time to learn that, but it’s all about faith and trusting the process! Appreciate the support 🤝
Ken...where u bought your truck...you said it so fast I couldn't understand...plz help a brutha out...
Smart guy that pays close attention to what's going on.. Some of the greatest coaches in the world are the ones that sat on the bench and observed closely...You observed your pops and learned.
Keep winning man.
Facts!! Every great boss was once a great worker!
Great stuff! I manage a small trucking fleet out of Utah. You’re doing it the right way and it’s refreshing to see! Keep it up and yes I just subscribed today to get more of your content!
Thank you 🙏🙏🙏
I graduate CDL school in 3 weeks. You were so fortunate to have your dad. Every company wants experience. How are you supposed to get experience if no one will give u the chance?? I was going to roll the dice and buy a truck. But I’m looking for a company for 6 months. Do u have any recommendations that you’ve heard through word of mouth?? Thank you and God Bless 🙏🏼
Respect my man, is all about the mindset you put in this game. No better trainer than a parent who gonna give you the real deal about trucking.
Whats the company called ???
Need more dudes like you in the world brother 💪🏿
your "Pop"can be proud, Im 68 years old and you give me hope on so many levels i cant even express, God Bless you young and God Bless America there is hope and light, and you are a light.
Im glad someone around my age made a video like this. I've been looking into starting a fleet myself
So basically you don’t own your trucks you’re a lease operator
No I own the truck.
Truly inspiring. I have two questions: 1. Do you have to pay mileage in your lease contract? 2. Is your lease payment tax deductible? Thanks you.
I got my CDL because of my grandfather who was an owner operator and we was supposed to run together unfourntently he was killed by the truck he taught me on when it fell of the jacks it was on, he was trucking and doing his own everything to his truck his entire 78 year life. Now im trying to be able to run the truck he left me but my uncle is trying to take that away from me for no reason but his own greed when the guy already owns a company worth 7mil.
Keep going I appreciate all the tips, ima 22 y/o merchant marine and I’m looking to start a new business venture in trucking. My grandfather ran trucks too.
It’s in you automatically then
Did I miss something? What is the name of the company? 🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️
That’s amazing, hope I get blessed like you and your dad did ! I’m going to give this a shot !
So did you get a truck from the same place? He said the waiting list was very long.
DO.NT TELL IT SELL IT
CONSULTING INFORMATION
Anticipation is keeping me waiting. How did u do it? Guess we gonna find out Aug. 4th.
lol trust the process!
Srus me,I mean trust me.
Sounds like a good way to put OPM (other peoples money) to work for you. Congratulations!
Facts!! You know something
15:15 he finally says the company’s name where he got the truck from.
Divine Timing. If its meant for you, it is for you.
No resistance ! That’s facts
Great information!!!! First time I see you and you won my subscription, like and comment 🙏🚛👍☀️🙏🚛👍☀️🙏🚛
Great video bro I agree with a lot of what you said. If something is meant for you it definitely will flow naturally. I recently got into the truck industry myself by way of box trucks. I’m still learning but it feels natural. I plan on getting up to an 18 wheeler one day. It has always been my dream. Keep it up
This is a beautiful video :) thanks for sharing :)
Thanks man for put your time for people like me. Currently in my transition out the military ready to take my CDL course and looking forward to have my own truck after couple years.
Good luck on your journey and appreciate you for your service!
Just got out the Military aswell I’m right behind you brother
What was your MOS ?!? if you were an 88 like me you can get a waiver for truck driving !! I mean the school would still be helpful but it’s good to know you can possibly skip it
Kennnnnnnn....where you got your truck...dude, you didn't spell the company name dude...really...lol...
I’m trying to lease truck from lone mountain but they don’t have any inventory like you said that’s the case everywhere.
Literally. I got blessed
its best place to least truck i paid off my year ago even know it was 70k but i made about 500k
@@moonlight2373 dang bro!
8:31 if you want to get to the HOW….. Great content👍🏽
One thing I learned in my over a decade of OTR trucking is that there is no such a thing as free lunch in life. Cash, Credit card, or loan; it still came out of your wallet. Coming from carhauling, the norm was around 30k down payment on brand new 280k rig depending on the type and trailer manufacturer. Either way, we usually Financed at 3.5k to 4k a month. Paid off in 5years. Leasing a used truck with no trailer for 3k a month is crazy. At that rate For a 140k freighliner, one would have paid it off in less than 4 years. Why even lease it for a DAY? If it was me, I won't do it. Oh, the buyout option is Usually never worth it. Most of the time, the buyout price is the going price for that truck. This is my personal opinion, I left the game 4 years ago so take it with a grain of salt, the game might have been reinvented why I was gone. To me, this is absolutely crazy!
That’s right. It’s never luck. It’s always the God. Congratulations and thank you.
I appreciate that your are sharing your experience, this can help put a lot young drivers on the right path.
Leasing is a rip off.
Thank you brother Ken, for enlightening us on how to you got a truck.
QUESTIONS:
The truck has 10 months left to pay off, which is 76k. Correct me if I’m wrong.
The buyout is 48k. How much total to purchase this truck? Is it 76k+48k?
Has most of the 76k been paid, only 10months of payments remain?
Thank you
10 months X 3000 / month = $ 30000
Buy out amount = $ 48000
Please my namesake ...I need your direct contact..I need some helping information from you..so I wouldn't make the wrong choice
What’s up man! I’ve been watching you channel all day for real and just catching up! First, congrats on all you have accomplished! Second, thank you for your channel & the information you share with the world! It’s currently help me take notes, brainstorm, & plan. I literally just started my LLC 2 days after Christmas 2021. I’m excited and eager to learn and grow. I’m looking for a team to help me out as we speak (dispatcher & drivers). But before that i might have to make that trip to Utah for a truck! I have my business & business bank acct. working on my website this weekend. Thanks again bro and my bad for the lengthy comment, u are very inspiring and your a young dude, that speaks volumes brother! 💯 I’m trying to grow and build!
Just helped my bro in law est his business Credit if you need info concerning that lmk✊🏾💯
@@zeelive2411 most definitely bro. Thank you! I was actually looking into grants and Kabbage for business credit line
Greetings brother...First & foremost congrats on the LLC! I can recall my initial startup, like it was yesterday! August 31st, of 2022 I will have been on LLC status for 3 years. There is a lot that comes along with this business...A LOT! Establishing trade lines is the route to go, also register with Dun & Bradstreet, if you have not already done so, it is FREE TO REGISTER! My advice, do not purchase any of their offers of services, as they are not needed currently , as you are only an EIN possessor at this point. Also, are you a CDL possessor? Just curious as I am a CDL possessor, with all endorsements/TWIC, etc.. Feel free to reach out Brother, Black Star Lines LLC, -R. L. D. J.
@@blacckstarrracing7823 thanks a lot brother!! I don’t plan on driving bc I’m still active duty & no, i don’t have a CDL. I’m even considering Freight Brokerage route as well
Did I miss something? Because I didn’t hear anywhere he mentioned the truck dealer name or exact location??? I believe there’ll be many dealers in UTAH
How I bought my first truck:
Saved my money.
Found a truck
Bought in cash.
Excellent information and yes I watched it all the way until the end. I am about to start training with a company to drive but it might not be a bad idea after I get out on my own to go ahead and get my name on the waiting list right away. Best of luck to you in your endeavors
Good knowledge 👌
Appreciate the information bro! Hope to be on that level too soon . Keep grinding ! 🙏🚛
You never mentioned the Company you got your trucks from, if you don't mind? You said Utah could you share the Company name great video thank you Many Blessings.
Been waiting for this one. Thank you
All love!
Is it even worth buying a truck in 2022? I’m a freight broker and getting my CDL rn. My dad has two very old manual Tran car haulers.
This is worth my subscription. Weldon Ken, you're doing a good job. I'm learning a lot from you now!
real love!
U re doing well
Very interesting
I've been waiting for this video broo 👍
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Honestly the company ripped you off for your truck. The buy off amount is CRAZY dog
Appreciate the valuable information brother, changing mindsets & lives with this channel 💯💯
Facts!!
So, I watched the whole video but you did not say the name of the place where you got your truck from just the process. Which is a great process. You stated you your truch from Utah. Are keeping a secret because you cannot say the company's name?
This is the video I needed. Notifications on
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What's the name of the truck dealership in Utah??? Great video my man,keep up the great work 🙏🏾
Reminded me of learning at the side of my dad on how to set up and run a business. Thanks for the information and memories of my dad!