Factoring, fuel, compliance, and fleet growth — straight talk from the CFX team.
Finance
What freight factoring actually costs: the rate, the advance, and the reserve most carriers forget to ask about. Plus what moves your rate and how to compare two offers properly.
Aug 20, 2026 · 12 min read
Trucking Business 101
A lumper fee is what a warehouse charges to unload your trailer. Here's who is actually supposed to pay it, what federal law says, and how to get your money back fast.
Aug 15, 2026 · 7 min read
Trucking Business 101
Diesel weighs about 7.1 pounds per US gallon at 60°F. See the gallons-to-pounds table, how temperature changes it, and why it matters for your axle weights.
Jul 23, 2026 · 4 min read
Finance
Recourse vs non-recourse freight factoring explained: who carries nonpayment risk, what non-recourse contracts actually cover, why they cost more, and which structure fits your operation.
Jul 23, 2026 · 6 min read
Trucking Business 101
Start a trucking company in 8 steps: CDL, LLC and EIN, MC/DOT authority, insurance, equipment, loads, cash flow, and compliance. Costs and FAQ included.
Jul 23, 2026 · 9 min read
Compliance
91.5% of U.S. carriers run 10 trucks or fewer. These regulations hit them hardest — and most don't find out until it's already costing them money.
Jun 10, 2026 · 14 min read
Finance
If the numbers look good on paper but your bank account tells a different story, you're not alone — and it's not bad luck.
May 10, 2026 · 8 min read
Finance
How CFX and TANK Payments are changing what "getting paid fast" really means?
Apr 21, 2026 · 6 min read
Trucking Business 101
Switching factors? The Letter of Release cancels your NOA and keeps your payments on track. Here's how to get one.
Mar 30, 2026 · 6 min read
Trucking Business 101
Navigating the financial landscape of the freight industry often requires a clear understanding of the Notice of Assignment (NOA), a standard legal document…
Feb 25, 2026 · 3 min read
Finance
For owner-operators and small fleets, fuel is often the largest variable expense. Managing that cost while maintaining steady cashflow is the difference…
Jan 20, 2026 · 2 min read
Trucking Business 101
A trucking business plan covers your executive summary, market analysis, startup costs, and cash flow projections. Here's how to build each section.
Jan 9, 2026 · 16 min read
Finance
Unlock the potential of freight factoring to enhance cash flow in trucking. Discover how invoice factoring services can fuel growth, stability, and agility.
Jan 6, 2026 · 7 min read