Cargo Van Ownership: 5 Reasons Why I Made The Right Decision

[@36oz94]

What im noticing is that people who are against sprinter vans and cargo vans is wild. Look at how many fortune 500 companies are invested in vans. I understand you can use your own pick up truck, car and SUV. However, when gerting in the logistics industry, you want industrial vehicles that these companies know and trust. You want to be uniform with what companies use. I find it baffling that people argue you shouldn't buy a van for 25-35k . When the same person has a 50k car truck or suv they are financing that is much more limited to earning potential, contractual potential, and scaling potential. Tbh gig geezer is living proof with in a year hes grossing 8k per month off of apps ....

[@ToddRogers00]

Youre using his best months saying hes making 8k/month. Lets say he make 7k/month. That 7k is before expenses and taxes which realistically leaves that 7k a lil over 3k. Not horrible, but is it worth it?

[@36oz94]

@@ToddRogers00 yes first if you look at taxes and expenses . Geezer has a 1 million policy which I don't think he needs but he uses it that's around 1500 per month it's self . I would get basic coverage from 200-400 per month. That saves 1000 bucks it's self. Taxes can be reduced and deductible if you keep account of your expenses such as fuel and or anything you purchase with your business account for your business. Next he's doing 2k per week off of gig apps without any contracts and without any over the road opportunities which is amazing only working 50 hours in his market. I think it's definitely worth the investment. I personally would use what he's paying on his insurance and invest that into a cheaper cargo van, however he is his own man and I love the transparency he provides . He can easily scale with his earnings into a box truck or sprinter van within a year into his investment. That's phenomenal.

[@SkiMaskWay364]

@@ToddRogers00 you don’t know that lol how tf u come up wit that number

[@ToddRogers00]

@@SkiMaskWay364 2k/wk =8k/month but $2k is ambitious so I assumes $1750 to be more easily attainable.

[@skoomaguy3748]

@@36oz94 yeah I’m new to the idea of cargo van delivery so what I’m confused about is if he’s using the van for smaller gigs why he pays for the tip top insurance that the bigger jobs wanna see you have

[@rt66logistics]

Sir, I love your honesty. 😂 Unfiltered, as it should be. Congratulations on your progress. I'm definitely an advocate for the Independent Courier/Trucker. 💪😎

[@Salesman]

Thank you for explaining the differences between a sprinter style cargo van and a box style cargo van. Wish more people knew this.

[@billwill1584]

We might want to link up sometime. I am in Charlotte NC and do a lot of work in Columbia SC. I have a Ram Promaster City Cargo Van and average about 1,700 a week. My best day has been $825. I can wholeheartedly say that this is by far one of the best decisions that I have made.

[@giggeezer]

I've not been up to Charlotte in about a month. That traffic, especially when you're not entirely familiar with navigating it, makes it a bit challenging to make things work.

[@billwill1584]

@giggeezer Yeah, the traffic is crazy, and makes it really difficult when you stacked your orders

[@nikiabutler1791]

Trying to get started would love to connect for help

[@billwill1584]

@@nikiabutler1791 Are you located in the Carolinas?

[@nikiabutler1791]

@@billwill1584 No I'm in Cleveland Ohio

[@Adzeoda]

You are a hard worker and an inspiration. I don't know how you deal with instacart...I just can't 😊

[@myappealinglife]

The Logistic/ transportation business is a great business! Keep up the great work

[@gighustler]

Your a living legend GIG Geezer 💪🏿

[@giggeezer]

Nah, more like having a big ass target affixed to my back, heh-heh-heh . . .

[@jerutrucking]

I totally agree with you on the box truck. The bigger, the better. My next unit will def be a box truck with a liftgate, hopefully

[@BradyRay_333]

You have really gotten down using all these different apps to some clockwork precision. It is pretty impressive.

[@MrSammy198605]

Love your content dude! I’m a 37 year old who is a courier for Kaiser permanente, and I’m thinking about getting into the cargo van business. At this point I’m ready to be my own boss. I’m gaining so much knowledge from u. Thank you!

[@Load2DeliverLLC]

3wks of 2k…let’s Goooooooo

[@yvettehollins8569]

Great Video Thank You for Sharing ‼

[@bigbankcatfishandstriped261]

I just really appreciate your honesty, transparency, and belief in your company, the cut and dry personality is definitely a bonus my brother #PureMotivation Thank you.

[@derricks2504]

Hello Sir! Thanks for sharing another great video full of facts. There are a lot of trolls and scared people out here on the internet who aren't going to buy into upgrading. You can only fit but so much in a gas saving car. Therefore, nowhere near the money that you make will be made. Plus, that car won't get to work from a major load board, making major money to be able to afford those expenses and still make a profit.

[@joeferreira657]

Good for you,hard working individual, and sharp. Cool man.

[@frozengolfer6283]

I love your excel spreadsheets. Would you be willing to share a blank copy?

[@stmike504]

Love the content! I’ve been waiting to get approval from Curri for about 3 months now sheesh!

[@spencerward3606]

You have definitely made this work with the cargo van! The hustle! If I can add my tid bit about why I wont have any contracts, and just like you im not hating on them BUT, I have a 24ft box truck and I started having issues one day when my truck started sputtering and the check engine light came on. I was able to limp my truck home so I could work on it but It ended up being down for 6 days (had to wait for exhaust filters to get cleaned and for parts to come in). Glad I didnt have a contract because im sure I would of had alot of gray hairs between trying to get the truck going and figuring out how to fulfill my end of the contract (rental box trucks can cost alot). I was able to use a car that I got specifically for gig work so I could do DoorDash and Amazon Flex in the time my truck was down, of course I didnt make as much but I would take this scenario over trying to stress about how to fulfill my end of a contract in which I probably clearly would have lost money (either trying to get a rental or being penalized for missing days). Even though there was a loss, I feel like I won. Just like you, we just have to do what works best for us.

[@cromartiecontractcarriers795]

Keep up the good work. Continued Success Good Brother..💪💪

[@braveheart6207]

Salute to you!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏 you got the like and subscribe!

[@jasonligon5937]

Don't look at a contract as a negative like an employee. Just like the apps, cherry pick one that works for you when they are presented. You are a company just like AT&T. They had an exclusive contract for years selling Apple I-phones. They weren't an employee. Just cherry pick, cherry pick. Drive safe.😎😎

[@giggeezer]

I've been on record as saying I'm not against contracts. In fact, I've said we all have contracts whether working apps or having direct relationships with a business. I've yet to find a contract situation that would be akin to money I'm currently earning on average each day.

[@bop455]

Great content! I am working towards getting a sprinter van too. Because food delivery is getting dry in my market (STL)

[@jasonjones657]

I'm in Columbia as well. Use to run a cargo van in ATL (with a broker). thinking about running one here as well.

[@thenuclearoption1976]

You can get better rates if you bid after 2:30 pm

[@rgmb8522]

Thank you for your content, very informative.

[@michaelvinalon3415]

Very good content ! Thanks for sharing your experience ! Is your van the extended version ?

[@giggeezer]

According to Ford specs, I have the long wheelbase and body combination and not the long wheelbase and extended length body.

[@FortyTwoAnswerToEverything]

can confirm DoorDash has been a cliff for me in the past 3 weeks now. I literally make about 25% of what I used to before then

[@0745mikey]

Do you search for your own load? The same reason why I want to do my own...just can't get a van

[@robbrundrett7510]

forgive me geezer for venting on you site, I'll make it quick. Went on my 2nd Veho route. Both times I had issues with there app. The last straw was when I dropped a package of at the front counter of a high end complex. I checked the box for dropping it of at the front deck and took a picture of the package at the from deck. Also took a picture of the building address. Vehos app kept wanting me to take a picture of the apt. door with the apt number. The front desk wouldn't allow me to go up the elevator. Veho's app wouldn't show me the next delivery on the route. So tomorrow I'll complete the route by mapping it myself, not wanting to hurt the customer. I've emailed Vehos Robot and told them not to pay me for the route. Also told them the I'm deleting the Veho app. I started early at 1pm and stopped at 9pm with 8 stop to go. the rout had many high rise condos. Had to deal with traffic, parking, elevator,busy managers etc.... All for 68.00 . Geezer again I apologize.

[@giggeezer]

I've heard of a horror story or two about the Veho app. They seem to be rather primative. Ah, but their routes appear and disappear so fast, right?

[@mr.johnson4987]

Hello Mr G. I was wondering how many hours a day do you work and do you work weekends?

[@peterwanyoike2546]

I'm at Dallas TX

[@soulestate_5]

I'm in Orlando and current drivers in FL say it's a terrible market to drive for the rate per mile. That aside what size box truck were you looking at getting?

[@giggeezer]

I'm thinking about a 16-foot with a lift gate. My concern with box trucks are their reliability.

[@soulestate_5]

@@giggeezer I'm seeing some reasonably priced ones 16'-20' with lifgates for under 40k. I'll have to investigate as to which are most reliable, along with a good extended warranty.

[@sirtwin4ten]

@@soulestate_5look for Cummins engine and Allison transmission with your box truck..no def if possible

[@rickywhite977]

I'm looking for a driving position for a company

[@nikiabutler1791]

Can you get on load boards with a car I'm having a time understanding what goes with what I would love to get mentorship

[@giggeezer]

At a minimum, you need a sprinter van, and it seems more preferably a box truck, when dealing with load boards. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIqYgIylgZVlfqc

[@nikiabutler1791]

@@giggeezer I would have to rent and the one man on the vid said no one takes rentals because I was even gonna try the Amazon last mile because I don't really understand which boards are good how to get on the boards and book jobs and when do you do it and what's good to take and what's not worth it and expenses

[@nikiabutler1791]

@@giggeezer So I'm probably going to have to start with medical courier make the money and wait till my business credit builds and then finance a box truck or purchase an older model in good condition did you ever have experience with the medical courier I know you don't care for contractor jobs but it's all I can do now unless they allow you to use a rental box truck or sprinter

[@HODGEYSHEEK]

Thank you for the great content. You really are helping us all. I just subscribed! Question: What's the app that's on the screen that shows your net and expenses. That would help me out tons. Thanks again. Be blessed.

[@giggeezer]

Gridwise.

[@HODGEYSHEEK]

Thank you for the response. God bless and i look forward to checking out your other content.

[@WillsCourierService]

Hello sir what load board app do you use that was shown in the video you were bidding with ?

[@giggeezer]

I don't use a load board app. The few loads I've run have come directly from a broker.

[@pz8814]

May I ask do I need commercial insurance in order to signing up for those freight delivery apps like Curri Dispatch Dropoff GoShare, etc? Great work buddy, wish you all the best.

[@giggeezer]

The answer to that question is based on in part what type of vehicle you're operating, the state you reside, and whether your insurance carrier offers a rideshare endorsement or commercial coverage. Rule of thumb, rideshare coverage if you operate a personal vehicle (car, light truck, SUV, or family van). Commercial coverage if you operate a commercial vehicle (i.e., cargo/sprinter van/box truck).

[@BornGreatMike]

You do hazmat loads as well???

[@giggeezer]

No. I'm not HAZMAT certified.

[@SkiMaskWay364]

Seen a order today for 215 from dc to new York lmao

[@giorgiotribastone7070]

I’m 51 nice to see person not in their 20’s or 30’s because i started think I’m to old starting cargo van business hopefully I didn’t offend you with my first comment.

[@giggeezer]

You didn't offend me at all. Hey, let's hear it for us geezers ! ! !

[@giorgiotribastone7070]

@@giggeezer lol oh ok

[@giorgiotribastone7070]

@@giggeezer I subscribed to your page brother

[@bobbyvalentino9946]

@@giggeezerI am 60 years old and retired.. sitting around is getting old to me.. I have my LLC , Ein , business account. Not sure on what vehicle to purchase. Any suggestions??

[@danecharles8048]

What app you used to track earnings on all apps for tax purposes??

[@nikiabutler1791]

I use to make that with Uber that was my daily goal but this is now ridiculous they are truly abusing us our time and vehicles so until I get to the sprinter point I have to try the medical courier route if I can get steady work with good money compared to Uber robbing us I'll take it and be grateful

[@brandisanchez9557]

Great content sir! I’m glad you are achieving your goals. I’ve been thinking about getting a sprinter van and starting my own business. However, I’m busy in the mornings. Do you think I could get enough work just in the afternoon and evenings? Keep grinding!

[@giggeezer]

There's more than one way to make money out there. I'd work on building a cash game based on your availability.

[@nikiabutler1791]

I work 12 for Uber and barely hitting 200 now they are truly bad now it's sad

[@giggeezer]

The most I ever made in a single day when I did ridesharing was $250 working eight hours. That was back in 2017.

[@nikiabutler1791]

@@giggeezer I use to clean up last yr even though they started the game play I was still able to manage last summer my highest was like 730. but that was including a 300. quest the quest use to be so good my lowest would be between 256 and 280 and I worked 7 days a week for 5 wks in a row them I started taking a day or two off after that. my highest in a month was around 8500 my lowest month last yr was 3800 but my rental was totaled so I've been done and out of work for almost 3 mo I had to go back to Amazon in order to get another rental because they've increased those fees as well but I can't make it anymore off Uber tonight was hard and tragic I don't know how their gonna keep people at this rate but I'm desperate to get into the courier/expiditing industry I passed the written portion of my CDL I just have to take the driving now but I've gotta survive until then. I was reaching out to you and Billy to see if you all have any time to help me a bit with getting started I've watched every KZbin but it's nothing like being able to actually talk to someone and get the nuts and bolts because y'all actually have done it vs copying someone else's material and making a vid saying the same things someone else said. Let me know if you have any time to spare at all I would be truly truly grateful I'm in a desperate hard place rite now🙏🏾

[@menuhamiltonable]

What website do you use to bid on loads ???

[@giggeezer]

That's a broker's load board and not an internet-based load board.

[@thenuclearoption1976]

America expedite

[@petecontreras2042]

I’m in San Antonio Tx, do you think a sprinter van business is viable in my area?

[@giggeezer]

This guy is in San Antonio. He purchased and has been working out of his van about the same time I did. www.youtube.com/@BigCJCargoVan

[@bizphone8662]

do you spend the same amount of time on the road with a van as you did with your car?

[@giggeezer]

I've shared previously that I'm spending a bit more time driving because of my working more last-mile delivery apps than when I worked out of my F-150 doing primarily gig food delivery apps.

[@bizphone8662]

@@giggeezer thanks

[@DamarDrayton]

I need your help I’m trying to get in the sprinter van business but I have no one to guide me through the steps

[@giggeezer]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIqYgIylgZVlfqc kzbin.info/www/bejne/rH6zopqfZ9Flfbc

[@nikiabutler1791]

Are you saying Curry app?

[@giggeezer]

Yes CURRI app.

[@peterwanyoike2546]

I'm Peter I've a 2018 Mercedes-Benz 2500 high roof pliiiz help me with where i get loads

[@bizphone8662]

did you sign up with any of the apps geezer had on the screen?

[@peterwanyoike2546]

@@bizphone8662 not yet which one

[@spiritofdetroitpodcast]

@@peterwanyoike2546all Bungii: drop off

[@jasonjones657]

I guess you consider me competition or something. No reply to my previous comment. Just wanted to see how the van industry worked here in Columbia.

[@36oz94]

Goat geezer

[@602virginia]

Are you saying curry?

[@andrechristensen4488]

Promo*SM

[@luvthigod]

Great content but the F bombs are a bit much . A G rating would get me and my young working adults to listen more…

[@giggeezer]

I don't apologize for my language.