Before you can confidently tow anything, from trailers, to passenger vehicles, motorcycles, or RVs, it’s important to understand how much your truck can handle. Towing more than your vehicle is rated for will put stress on your engine, transmission, tires, and brakes — and could put your safety at risk. On the other hand, you […]
If you’re new to the repossession business, the first thing to know is how to go about repossessing vehicles as efficiently as possible, but within the limits of the law. It’s imperative that you follow the repo rules and regulations for your state closely as a legal misstep can cause you all sorts of trouble […]
Dependable tow trucks are the cornerstone of a successful repo business, so whether you’re growing your fleet, replacing a truck, or just starting out, it’s vital you invest in the right tow truck to meet your needs. This can be a daunting task, however. While you want to make sure you get a good price, […]
A big part of the repossession business involves using research and investigative skills to track down delinquent parties, as well as the property they’ve neglected to pay on (and neglected to give up). Finding the correct contact information is key to finding the vehicle you need to collect, but this can definitely take some digging […]
Here’s something that might be a surprising fact: Not all tow trucks are alike. There are actually different types of tow trucks, each with different applications. Knowing which type would best meet the needs of your towing or repo business plays a big role in maximizing productivity and profits while minimizing operating and maintenance costs. […]
How to Become a Repo Man in Michigan It happens all the time: people are unable — or just plain refuse — to pay for property, whether it’s cars, trucks, or motorcycles, but try to keep that property in their possession. The company they owe has no choice but to enlist the help of a […]
Starting a repo business is difficult. Maintaining a repo business is difficult. Growing a repo business is difficult. No successful business is built overnight, but if you want your repo business to be a success, you must keep looking for new ways to do better work, be more efficient, and continue to grow your contracts […]
If your next job involves motorcycle repossession there are a few things you should know before you get started. First, it’s important to understand that every state has different laws regarding the vehicle owner’s rights and what you can and can’t do when performing motorcycle repo. Secondly, you should make sure you have a towing […]
Lenders shift around with repossession agencies all the time, and while this may be bad news for you if you were recently dropped, it means that more contracts are out there and they’re easy to get — if you know how to find them. Let’s talk about how to get repo contracts, and how to […]
When you’re looking at tow truck options for your repossession company, profitability is key. You want to invest in the products and equipment that can deliver you the greatest profits, but it’s not always easy to see which options are best for your company. If you’re in the market for a new tow truck, but […]
