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Co-Brokerage Services

Partner with Freight SideKick for transparent co-brokerage solutions that expand your service offerings and maintain compliance.

Quick Summary

Co-brokerage is a legal, transparent partnership between two FMCSA-licensed freight brokers working together to move shipments. Unlike illegal double-brokering, co-brokerage involves proper disclosure, documentation, and shipper awareness. At Freight SideKick, we offer formal co-brokerage agreements to help brokers handle overflow, specialized freight, and expand their service offerings while maintaining full compliance.

Understanding Co-Brokerage

In the freight logistics industry, co-brokerage provides a valuable solution for brokers seeking additional capacity or specialized expertise. Freight SideKick partners with other brokers to ensure shipments move efficiently and compliantly.

Co-Brokerage vs. Double Brokering

While these terms are sometimes used interchangeably, they represent fundamentally different practices:

Feature Co-Brokerage Double Brokering
Legality Legal and FMCSA-compliant Illegal and high-risk
Consent Shipper informed and documented No consent obtained
Licensing Both brokers must be FMCSA-licensed Often missing proper authority
Transparency Full disclosure to all parties Hidden relationships and transactions

When Co-Brokerage Makes Sense

Volume Surges

Handle seasonal spikes or project freight by quickly scaling capacity through partnership.

Modal Expertise

Access specialized knowledge in flatbed, refrigerated, or other freight types your team may lack.

Regional Coverage

Expand geographic reach by partnering with brokers who have strong carrier networks in specific regions.

Specialized Loads

Handle heavy haul, over-dimensional, or time-sensitive freight through specialized partnerships.

Why Partner with Freight SideKick

  • Expertise in FTL, LTL, van, flatbed, reefer, heavy and oversize, and other complex freight modes
  • Technology-driven solutions for quoting and booking
  • Transparent business practices with formal agreements
  • Dedicated support for freight forwarders entering domestic markets

Request a Co-Brokerage Agreement

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Frequently Asked Questions

What documentation is needed for a co-brokerage agreement?
A proper co-brokerage agreement should include terms of payment, liability allocation, insurance requirements, confidentiality provisions, and clear documentation of shipper consent. At Freight SideKick, we provide a comprehensive agreement that covers all necessary legal and operational aspects.
Once we receive your completed request form, we can have an agreement ready for signature within 1 business day.
Yes, transparency is essential. The shipper should be informed that their freight may be handled through a co-brokerage arrangement. This disclosure is not only an ethical business practice but also helps distinguish legitimate co-brokerage from illegal double-brokering.
We specialize in FTL (Full Truckload), LTL (Less-than-Truckload), refrigerated freight, flatbed shipments, and other complex freight modes. Our technology platform is particularly effective for managing multi-stop loads and time-sensitive shipments that require careful coordination.