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DOT MC Operating Authority. FMCSA-ready in 4 weeks.

Interstate motor carriers (trucking) and freight brokers must obtain FMCSA operating authority - the MC number - to operate. Beyond the MC number, the full launch package includes USDOT number, BOC-3 process agent in all 50 states, UCR registration, BMC-84 surety bond (brokers) or insurance filings (carriers), IRP (international registration plan) license plate, IFTA fuel-tax sticker. We handle the full FMCSA + state stack so you can operate legally on day 1.

All 50 states + DC 60-day money-back SOC 2 Type II
How it works

How we handle Conservation Easement, end-to-end.

A conservation easement is a permanent restriction on the use of land, typically donated to a qualified land trust to preserve the land's natural or open-space character.

1

Eligibility review

Land must have conservation value: scenic, ecological, historic, open-space, or recreational. We assess whether your land qualifies. Most rural and undeveloped properties do; urban properties rarely.

2

Land trust selection

Donation must be to a qualified land trust (501(c)(3)). We refer to local and national land trusts (Land Trust Alliance, The Nature Conservancy, regional trusts). They accept the easement and hold the restriction in perpetuity.

3

Engineering + appraisal

Engineering work documents the conservation value. Qualified appraisal determines diminished land value (the deduction amount). IRS scrutinizes appraisals; we use highly credentialed appraisers with conservation easement experience.

4

Legal documentation + closing

Easement document recorded with county recorder. Permanent restriction runs with the land. Donor receives appraisal-supported deduction. Coordination with attorney specializing in conservation easements.

What we'll set up for you

A clean handoff, in four steps.

You give us the basics. We handle the state, the IRS, and the compliance clock so you can focus on the business.

01 · Name + Brand

A name that's actually available.

Real-time check against the state register, USPTO trademark database, and matching domains.

02 · State filing

Filed with the Secretary of State.

We submit your Articles, pay the state fee on your behalf, and return the stamped certificate.

03 · Federal IDs

EIN + the right tax setup.

Federal Employer ID with the IRS, plus state tax accounts when your business needs them.

04 · Stay compliant

Registered Agent + deadline tracking.

Your agent on file in every state, with every renewal and annual report tracked in one calendar.

Pricing

Transparent conservation easement pricing.

Government fees pass through at cost. No upsells.

Carrier launch (MC + USDOT)

$1,999
Standard carrier

MC# + USDOT# + BOC-3 + UCR + first-year insurance coordination. Standard for interstate trucking carriers. Excludes BMC-91 insurance premium (paid to insurer).

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Full carrier launch + IRP + IFTA

$3,999
Complete operating package

Standard carrier + IRP apportioned plate setup + IFTA fuel-tax sticker + first-year IFTA quarterly setup + UCR + safety program template. For carriers operating 5+ states.

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FAQ

About the Conservation Easement Service.

What is the difference between USDOT and MC numbers?
USDOT: safety identification number, required for most commercial vehicles. Used by FMCSA + state troopers. MC number: operating authority for for-hire interstate commerce. Required to receive freight or passengers for compensation across state lines. Most carriers + brokers need both.
How long does the application take?
From FMCSA filing: 21-day mandatory protest period after authority granted. Then activation requires insurance + BOC-3 on file. Total typical: 4-6 weeks from start to fully active. Insurance can take 1-3 weeks to source + process.
Do I need insurance before applying?
No, but insurance must be on file with FMCSA before authority becomes active. Most applicants get insurance quotes during the 21-day protest period + activate insurance the moment authority is approved. We coordinate the timing.
What is the BMC-84 surety bond?
Required for freight brokers: $75,000 surety bond filed with FMCSA. Protects shippers + carriers if broker fails to pay carrier. Premium typically 0.75-3% of bond face ($562-$2,250/year) depending on credit. Alternative: $75K trust fund (BMC-85) - more expensive in opportunity cost.
What is UCR and where do I register?
Unified Carrier Registration: annual fee based on fleet size, paid to a single base state but valid in all participating states. Tier 1 ($59 for 0-2 vehicles), Tier 2 ($176), up to Tier 6. Annual renewal Dec 31. We set up + renew.
Does this cover intrastate-only carriers?
Intrastate (single-state) carriers generally do not need MC number, but still need USDOT + state-level operating authority + state-specific insurance + tax filings. Requirements vary widely by state. We can scope per state on request.
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