The Top 6 Freight Brokerages We Recommend in 2026

Choosing a freight brokerage is a decision that can't be made on capacity alone. Technology, specialization, service model, and scale should all play a role in determining which provider is right for your business's needs — and the "best" brokerage for one shipper may be entirely wrong for another.

[Video] How Does a Freight Brokerage Make Money?

Common Issues With Shipper-Broker Contract Agreements [And How To Avoid Them]

You may be wondering how having a well-formulated contract between you and your brokerage can benefit your business. Perhaps you’re running into issues reaching mutually beneficial terms and are looking for a way to truly understand these documents you’re signing. 

How Freight Brokerages Make Money — and How It Affects Rates & Service

Freight brokers play a vital role in the transportation industry by connecting shippers who need freight moved with carriers who have available capacity. But one of the most common questions shippers and drivers ask is: how do freight brokers make money?

Are You Hiring a Stable Transportation Provider? Know These 7 Signs

The freight market can fluctuate almost as much as the weather in the Midwest (for those of you not from the Midwest, that means it can fluctuate a lot). And right now, we’re in the middle of one of the biggest supply chain disruptions we’ve ever experienced. So how do you know if you’re hiring a transportation provider that can withstand the ups and downs of the market? Here are seven signs to look for: