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How to become a freight forwarder

August 31, 2019

The cost of your freight broker bond is a percentage of $75.000 which is called the bonding premium. It's usually in the range of 1%-12%, depending on your credit score and other factors. Forward and handle freight from importers or exporters. Prepare documentation and paperwork. Provide freight Logistics. Store cargo and secure its transport to its destination 0 0 Secure insurance, take care of port charges.

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