I’ve thought about whether to be a local or OTR driver…..and as I no family yet of my own, financially, it would be ideal to be an OTR driver, as to cut down on unnecessary bills at home. And I’ll talk to the more experienced and see if I want to eventually become an owner-operator…..and I’m sure it all depends on the company you drive for also, if it makes it worthwhile.
Seems there are benefits to both being a company driver and an owner-operator. And the fact that what you can haul can affect your salary is a plus also. Definitely looks promising.
I have been an owner-operator for about 5 years now….the money is very good. Just make sure you pay your taxes on time, so you aren’t penalized. And keep up on maintaining your rig and you’re good to go. It’s an investment, like anything else. And with a good accountant that you stay in touch with, though you do pay everything, you can see some good revenue come in. But, it’s also not bad to start as a company driver and see what works best for you.
jay says
December 24, 2016 at 10:48 pmvery informative this is valuable info
Adeosun Rasheed says
September 6, 2016 at 3:00 pmI need a job as a truck driver
Joe says
July 22, 2016 at 12:31 pmI’ve thought about whether to be a local or OTR driver…..and as I no family yet of my own, financially, it would be ideal to be an OTR driver, as to cut down on unnecessary bills at home. And I’ll talk to the more experienced and see if I want to eventually become an owner-operator…..and I’m sure it all depends on the company you drive for also, if it makes it worthwhile.
Mark Glenn says
July 21, 2016 at 9:10 pmSeems there are benefits to both being a company driver and an owner-operator. And the fact that what you can haul can affect your salary is a plus also. Definitely looks promising.
Donna H says
July 20, 2016 at 12:22 pmI have been an owner-operator for about 5 years now….the money is very good. Just make sure you pay your taxes on time, so you aren’t penalized. And keep up on maintaining your rig and you’re good to go. It’s an investment, like anything else. And with a good accountant that you stay in touch with, though you do pay everything, you can see some good revenue come in. But, it’s also not bad to start as a company driver and see what works best for you.