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Originally Posted by solo379
Yes, but don't we suppose to make a profit? And i believe it's calculated after you've paid the driver. Wether it's yourself or hired help.
I don't know ... what works for me is to add all the necessary basic expenses per mile, like fuel, maintenance, financing etc, but then also include all the amounts I need to pay household bills, provide for food and entertainment, debt repayment, monthly savings, tax payments etc. If I get rid of my apartment ($1,000 per month), $2.25/mile on ALL MILES will give me the money I need to achieve all my financial goals. So, that run I once did out of Calgary, AB to Winnipeg, MB empty (825 miles) and then 900 miles loaded to Montana, I wouldn't ask $3,400 like I did. It's 1,725 miles total so I'd ask for at least 2.25 x 1725 or $3,880. From the point of view of the shipper that's already $4.31 per mile so you have to be realistic. I AM making a profit because this $2.25 minimum gives me all I need and more. The trick is it must be $2.25 on ALL miles, both empty and loaded.