Broker Verification Tool
Check if a freight broker is legitimate before hauling their load
This tool connects to the FMCSA SAFER database to verify broker authority and insurance status.
Broker Verification Checklist
Before hauling any load, verify these items to protect yourself from scams:
Verify MC Authority
Check FMCSA SAFER database (safer.fmcsa.dot.gov) to confirm active authority
Check Insurance Status
Ensure cargo insurance and bond are current and sufficient
Confirm Authority Age
Brokers under 6 months old are higher risk (many scams use new MC numbers)
Verify Contact Information
Legitimate brokers have physical addresses, business phones, and established online presence
Google the Company
Search for reviews, complaints, and warnings on TruckersReport, Reddit, and Google
Check Credit/Payment History
Use DAT credit scores or factoring company broker directories to verify payment reliability
🚩 Common Broker Scam Red Flags
New MC Number (Under 6 Months)
Many scammers register new MC numbers, post fake loads, collect PODs, then disappear without paying.
Unusual Payment Terms
"Pay after 60 days" or "pay via wire transfer only" are red flags. Legitimate brokers pay in 30 days.
No Physical Address or Generic Email
Scammers use Gmail/Yahoo addresses and PO boxes. Legitimate brokers have business addresses.
Pressure to Book Immediately
"Book now or lose the load" is a scammer tactic. Legitimate brokers allow time to verify.
Rate Con Sent from Personal Email
Rate confirmations should come from company email addresses, not personal accounts.
Request for Upfront Fees
No legitimate broker asks carriers to pay fees upfront. This is always a scam.
Inconsistent MC Number
If the MC number on paperwork doesn't match the SAFER database, it's fraud.
We Vet Every Broker For You
FF Dispatch verifies every broker before presenting loads. We check authority, insurance, credit scores, and payment history so you never haul for a scammer.
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