Freight Broker Mastery

Freight Brokering

Connect shippers with carriers and earn commissions by becoming a licensed freight broker today.

SECTION 1: Foundations & Licensing – How We Will Guide You

This first section is all about setting the right foundation. We’ll walk with you step by step through the legal, structural, and educational essentials to launch your freight brokerage.

What You'll Learn:

• Our Teaching Approach: Clear, structured, and beginner-friendly with real-world examples, checklists, and downloadable resources.

• Broker Authority (MC Number): How to apply for and secure your federal operating authority through the FMCSA.

• BOC-3 Process: Understanding and filing your Designation of Process Agents.

• Broker Bond (Surety Bond or Trust Fund): What it is, how much it costs, and how to get it.

• Business Structure: Choosing the right entity (LLC, S Corp, etc.) and setting up legally.

• Federal Requirements: FMCSA registration, UCR, and basic compliance needs.

• Your Business Blueprint: Laying out your plan, branding, and positioning in the market.

SECTION 2: Daily Operations – Building Your Brokerage and Moving Freight

This section dives into what a freight broker actually does daily — from working with carriers to moving loads and maintaining documentation.

What You'll Learn:

• Setting Up Your Systems: Using a TMS (Transportation Management System) and other tools to run your brokerage efficiently.

• Shipper Outreach: Finding, contacting, and onboarding shippers; building your first shipper list.

• Carrier Relationships: Vetting carriers, ensuring insurance, and maintaining compliance.

• Load Booking Process: How to post loads, match with carriers, and negotiate pricing.

• Paperwork Mastery: How to handle Rate Confirmations, Carrier Packets, and Bills of Lading (BOLs).

• Handling Freight: Tracking shipments, dealing with delays, and communicating with clients.

SECTION 3: Growth & Compliance – Scaling Your Brokerage the Right Way

Now that you know how to run your business, this section teaches you how to grow it sustainably, stay compliant, and create long-term income.

What You'll Learn:

• Branding & Marketing: Creating a trustworthy brand that attracts shippers and carriers.

• Expanding Your Network: Building your niche, specializing, and growing a reliable carrier base.

• Hiring & Delegation: When to bring on help (agents, dispatchers, virtual assistants).

• Staying Compliant: How to prepare for audits and maintain FMCSA regulations.

• Invoicing & Factoring: Getting paid quickly, managing cash flow, and avoiding financial pitfalls.

• Using Automation & CRMs: Streamlining communication, follow-up, and repeat business.

Ready to take control of your future?

Join MRG Institute and gain the knowledge, tools, and real-world skills to succeed in freight brokerage, trucking, and independent dispatching.

Whether you're starting fresh or looking to grow your business, our hands-on training and expert guidance will help you launch with confidence and build a lasting career in the transportation industry.

🚛 Learn the business.
📦 Move the freight.
💼 Build your legacy.

Enroll today — your success starts here!

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