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Discussions Related to Marketing a Tow Company, Financing Equipment and Equipment Wanted.
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These are Company Marketing Videos, check them out and ask should you be doing this.... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0zfQLwvdtQkaXWECUQcGOw/videos
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As a tow truck service provider, you’re an expert in helping people in dangerous roadside breakdowns. Meanwhile, keeping yourself safe working on the road with heavy-duty equipment isn’t for the faint of heart. Your equipment is your lifeline — not having the correct towing equipment at the right time means losing opportunities and business revenue to your competitors — and is the difference between success and failure. How do you even begin considering what equipment you’ll need, let alone how to even purchase it? Whether you’re acquiring your first tow truck or adding another to the fleet, here are some questions to consider for fulfilling your towing needs: …
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As everyone looks forward to 2021, it’s a great time to start looking for new ways to help your small business grow. The benefits of adding new equipment are endless. It gives you the ability to become more efficient and increase your output, and even expand to new markets. As you gear up for the New Year and new equipment, we put together a quick guide to help with your business research. Here the top seven things you should know before purchasing equipment with equipment financing: 1. Know Your Options Did you know that the #1 reason why businesses fail is that they don’t have enough cash in the bank? Before purchasing new equipment, think about the impact…
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I was going to put this in the YouTube Forum and then I thought about it. Really this is Public Relations and while Tow Truck Drivers are not Emergency Services as the Public Typically think of in these situations there are many fields of employment that respond to such situations. Tow Truck Drivers happen to top the list in the private sector. We all understand where this is drive is coming from but none of us should do this for a pat on the back. The video could have been much different and talked about how he was proud to have assisted someone of was in danger. Instead it makes it seem as though he expected something in return. We all understand where he is coming from…
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If you’ve used a personal credit card you’ve already started establishing personal credit. It’s a great tool for getting extra purchasing power for the things you need. However, personal credit alone can only take your business so far. As a small business owner, it’s important to understand and distinguish between personal and business credit. Too often, Beacon Funding sees business owners rely solely on personal credit to finance equipment. Very few small businesses can grow and expand their operations consistently over time without obtaining some form of financing. Establishing business credit is key if your business hopes to tap into the many financing options avai…
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Per the Equipment Leasing and Financing Association, “In 2019, a projected $1.8 trillion was invested by U.S. businesses, nonprofits and government agencies in plant, equipment and software. Approximately 50%, or $900 billion of that investment, was financed through loans, leases and lines of credit. America’s equipment finance companies are the source of such financing, providing access to capital”. With so many equipment financing options available, how will you know which equipment financing lender is most likely to approve your application? Here are some things to think about when seeking approval for your next equipment financing transaction. Want to skip ahead a…
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To our customers, I want to take a moment and say thank you. Thank you for trusting Beacon Funding and providing us the opportunity to support your business. We don’t take your trust lightly. Your success is our priority. No matter how challenging the times, Beacon will continue to work tirelessly to provide your business with the best equipment financing experience possible. As I meet with our staff and hear about our customers’ successes over this past year, I am grateful. Every day we are reminded that our organization’s ongoing success is a direct reflection of the many relationships we have with great businesses just like yours. I also wanted to encourage…
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Getting funds to purchase your equipment shouldn’t be hard. Watch the video to see how easy you can apply for equipment financing at Beacon Funding in six simple steps: We get it – your business needed equipment yesterday. Getting the funds to afford expensive purchases isn’t always easy. Sure, there are lenders in the market today that can provide equipment financing, but what if you’re just starting out? Some options aren’t available to every Average Joe. But with Beacon Funding, you’ve got an equipment financing partner you can count on regardless of your business situation. Financing Your Equipment (6 Simple Steps) With traditional lenders, the first s…
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When an opportunity comes knocking or unexpected expenses arise, it may seem intuitive to rely on personal credit options like credit cards. However, this can tie up your personal credit lines. Establishing business credit is a best practice that will allow your organization to grow. Beacon’s here to help! How Can Business Credit Inject Cash Into My Company? A strong and consistent cash flow is always ideal for any business. Cash allows you to face challenges, overcome setbacks, and take advantage of opportunities as they arise. While strong business profits are fundamental for any business operations, it doesn’t always mean you will have enough cash when it’s…
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Looking for a late model 35 ton (miller or jerr dan) has to be Peterbilt or Kenworth low mileage.
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When you’re planning your next business move, pivoting direction is easier when you have the right financing to support your decisions. Having access to cash allows your company to be agile when opportunities or unexpected expenses arise. A lesser-known product to traditional equipment financing is a sale-leaseback. Many equipment lenders consider this “the key to unlocking the equity in your equipment” because it leverages the value in your equipment to free up cash. Let’s start with equity: In simple terms, equity is the market value of your asset minus any debt related to the asset. With a sale-leaseback, you can use that equity to get cash. You may be wonderin…
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For business owners, opportunity cost haunts each decision. Am I doing what is best for my business? Will this decision make it harder to meet next month’s payroll? Will I regret losing potential business if I did not take a chance on this opportunity? If these questions sound familiar, you are not alone. I receive calls each day from business owners just like you. When an opportunity comes knocking, it may seem intuitive to rely on personal credit options like credit cards or home equity lines. However, business owners put themselves at risk when they pledge personal assets or use personal credit to fund their business needs. What other options do you have? …
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Looking for ways to get the funds you need to drive your business to its next level? As a strategic business owner, you know the value of having funds and being able to take advantage of opportunities at the right time. There are many products to help you with these opportunities, but choosing the right one can be tough. That’s why we created a guide that helps you compare three different financing products: working capital loans, sale-leaseback, and business credit cards. By using this guide, you can decide which product best works for your buying potential and growing your business. Sale-Leaseback vs. Working Capital…
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Recently, I was reminded of this story from my days in marketing: The man who sold very good hot dogs There was once a man who lived by the side of the road and sold hot dogs. He was hard of hearing so he had no radio - he had trouble with his eyes, so he read no newspapers and of course he didn't look at television. But he sold very good hot dogs. He put up signs on the highway telling everyone how good they were, he stood on the side of the road and cried out to all that past 'buy a hot dog, they are the best in town'. And people bought his hot dogs and he increased his meat and bun orders. He bought a bigger stove to take care of all the extra b…
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Did you know that you can take a tax deduction for 100% of your equipment’s cost in the year you buy it using bonus depreciation and/or the Section 179 deduction? Bonus depreciation and Section 179 deduction are especially beneficial to companies that need to purchase significant amounts of equipment to operate their business. By accelerating deductions, companies are able to take advantage of the time value of money by essentially “deferring” income taxes to future years. Bonus depreciation and the Section 179 deduction are the U.S. government’s way of encouraging small businesses to purchase equipment by providing tax incentives while also stimulating the econo…
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From Geri Roshkopf's Blog My local community has a Facebook page that has been helpful for things like sending out a notification for a missing dog or updates on community events, etc. Recently I read a post from someone asking about a local repair shop. I wasn’t sure how to read into what this person was asking other than they might have had a bad experience and wanted to know what others thought about the business. When you live in a small community, word-of-mouth is most often the best advertising you can have. I know the owners of this small repair shop and was pleased to see the community rally around them. Overwhelmingly posi…
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How does joining a car club help market your business? As a car guy, I love working around and transporting high-end Porsche cars and vintage exotics. In seeking new clients, I joined several antique car clubs and the Porsche Owner's Club as a way to promote my towing business. I offered transport services for these niches and put together a thick binder of photos showcasing the cars I transported. On several occassions, I set-up at the town's weekend fair with my vintage 914-6 on the deck. I attended car club meetings usually in my carrier and handed-out business cards with 20-percent off coupons for club members. It's a great, easy way to help promote your specialty nic…
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Balboa Capital has been named one of the 7 Best Equipment Financing Lenders for Small Businesses 2020 by Business.org. Balboa Capital received the Best for Fast Funding category of the ranking. Business.org assists small business owners and decision makers find tools and services to help them grow their businesses with in-depth research, product reviews and expert recommendations. Balboa Capital is a technology-driven direct lender that features a variety of business funding options including: Small business loans Equipment financing Commercial financing Vendor financing Franchise financing Business line of credit To learn more about Balboa Capital visit www.balboacap…
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The New Central Towing Website just went live today. I am real happy with OMG and what they have done with it. Enter New Central Towing Website Here Also, find a link to the new website on the TowForce main Forums page!
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Jerr-Dan 22' Steel Bed might consider a Chevron Could even be a 2018 or something with low miles. Either the dealers do not respond or they say they have what I am looking for then oh we just sold it. But wait we can order you one. If I wanted to order one, I know where to go. May have to do that soon. Send me a message, if I post my number again the phone will ring with everything but what I want.
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Hi, has anyone here used Tow Adz for lead generation on cash calls? It seems like there are reviews for just about everything you can buy in life, but I'm having a hard time finding any reviews on this from customers (not 'testimonials'). They are offering new customers 40 phone calls for $99. Even if only a quarter of these turn into legitimate leads its still less than $3 per call. That sounds good, but I'd like to hear from some others who may have used them. Thank you!
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Standing tall within Google's search results takes know-how and ongoing effort. Jared and the OMG Tow Marketing Team will take you through an overview of how it all works, and the latest techniques used by the country's most successful tow bosses. Atlantic City Presentation (Source: OMG Tow Marketing Facebook)
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Topic Originally Created on Tow411 in August of 2002: I often hear from Towing company owners that cost is the biggest factor in losing a customer and that on-time pickup and delivery is not the major factor. However, consider the following results of various customer satisfaction surveys. • Over 80% of customers who leave a business leave because of poor service or poor product quality. • In a 1997 study of leading public companies it was found that the stock value of companies devoted to utilizing customer satisfaction as a strategic business development tool increased 147% from 1986 to 1995. This increase in stock value was twice as…
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On Friday, Sept. 20, I was on my way with several other street rod buddies to the Clymer Days celebration, driving my 1939 Chevrolet coupe. I experienced a serious breakdown on the road from Tanoma to Bar Slope which completely disabled my vehicle. Because of the construction of the car, I immediately knew, without a doubt, that my car could not just be towed with a standard tow truck without the likely consequence of incurring considerable damage caused by the towing process itself. I said a prayer: “Lord, I need not only a tilt bed style truck, but in addition, I need a driver who knows what he’s doing.” It was just after 6 p.m., …
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We have 5 questions that you should ask your financing partner before you work with them. These are questions that aren't being asked that you should consider before moving forward. Hopefully these help you out, let us know what you think! https://blog.beaconfunding.com/equipment-financing
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Being a tow truck operator has its ups and downs. It can often be a tough job that can be extremely dangerous if you don’t take the proper precautions. Whether you are new to the industry or are an experienced professional operator, consider the following tips to keep safe so you can keep others on the road safe. Maintain Your Tow Truck Dress Appropriately Safety on the Scene Carry These Items Tip 1: Maintain Your Tow Truck Tow truck operator safety starts by regularly inspecting your tow truck and equipment. There are several things you can do to maintain your tow truck. Here are just a few: Give your tow truck a thorough inspection. Check the engine, coolants, batter…
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Being a tow truck operator has its ups and downs. It can often be a tough job that can be extremely dangerous if you don’t take the proper precautions. Whether you are new to the industry or are an experienced professional operator, consider the following tips to keep safe so you can keep others on the road safe. Maintain Your Tow Truck Dress Appropriately Safety on the Scene Carry These Items Tip 1: Maintain Your Tow Truck Tow truck operator safety starts by regularly inspecting your tow truck and equipment. There are several things you can do to maintain your tow truck. Here are just a few: Give your tow truck a thorough inspection. Check the engine, coolants, battery…
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