Videos and Articles
From Internet Experiment to Industry Leader: Renee Martin of HDD Broker
Read More »June 2, 2025
In Episode 5 of the One Foot at a Time podcast, Renee Martin—General Manager of HDD Broker—joins us to tell the incredible story of how one of the most trusted names in used horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment came to be.How to Secure Equipment Financing
Read More »February 19, 2025
Every smart business owner knows the advantages of equipment financing. When done strategically, financing can help improve cash flow, build business credit, provide tax deduction benefits and help drive business goals.3 Razones por las que las subastas son aún más arriesgadas en 2025
Read More »February 13, 2025
Febrero marca el inicio de la temporada de subastas en nuestra industria. Aunque las subastas siempre jugarán un papel importante en el ecosistema de equipos usados, son una plataforma de "Alto Riesgo - Alta Recompensa". Puedes conseguir una buena oferta, pero puede que no conozcas el estado real del equipo hasta que lo uses.
Este año, en particular, los riesgos son aún mayores. Aquí está el porqué:3 Reasons Auctions are Even Riskier in 2025
Read More »February 13, 2025
February marks the start of auction season in our industry. While auctions will always play an important role in the used equipment ecosystem, they are a “High Risk – High Reward” platform. You may get a good deal, but you may not know the actual condition of the equipment until you use it.
This year, in particular, the risks are even higher. Here’s why:2024 Year End Recap
Read More »December 30, 2024
It was the first full year with normalized used HDD inventory; about 50% more drills were available for sale compared to this time last year.HDD Broker Spam Drill
Read More »December 19, 2024
Who needs Legos when you’ve got SPAM? Creative Christmas drill building is a time-honored tradition at HDD Broker. Check out these seriously innovative designs out of lunch meat. Move over, manufacturers—there’s a new building material in town!Here's how Stimulus Money Delays Have Impacted the Used Equipment Market
Read More »September 5, 2024
The pandemic years triggered significant rounds of funding for broadband infrastructure. The surging demand for telecom, combined with new drill shortages due to global supply chain, created an unprecedented demand for used HDD equipment, especially for small to mid-sized drills.What's your Equipment Worth in Today's Market
Read More »August 14, 2024
The Used Marketplace has changed dramatically in the last few years. It's time to change how you sell your HDD equipment.
Do you want to sell your equipment fast and not leave any money on the table?HDD Broker Hot Seat
Read More »June 5, 2024
Join some of the HDD crew as they take on a Hot intestinal death match!Underground Infrastructure Conference (UIC) Review!
Read More »April 2, 2024
Entirely my opinion but here's what I thought, let me know your opinion in the comments!Check out 2023's Best Selling Drills!
Read More »December 29, 2023
Want to find out what our Top 3 best-selling drills were this year? Watch GM Renée Lauzon-Martin recap 2023 and provide a market outlook for 2024.More Than $42 Billion From The 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Read More »June 29, 2023
Yesterday we learned how the 42 billion dollars of the broadband infrastructure was going to be distributed.2022 Was An Extraordinary Year!
Read More »December 22, 2022
One that we've never seen in the used marketplace! Several factors contributed to this unusual year...Happy Holidays and Fun Traditions!
Read More »December 21, 2022
At HDD Broker we believe Drills could make the best holiday gifts! But since that could be a bit complicated to fit under the Christmas tree, every year we build them at home from scratch… but out of salami and whatever is in the fridge!Section 179 Tax Benefits For 2022
Read More »December 19, 2022
Section 179 of the IRS tax code allows businesses to deduct the FULL PURCHASE PRICE (up to $1.08 million dollars in 2022) of qualifying NEW or USED equipment (such as company vehicles, machinery or software) from your gross income. It's an incentive created by the US government to encourage businesses to buy equipment, stay competitive, and invest in themselves.A Time to Reflect with Gratitude
Read More »November 23, 2022
2022 has flown by and we have stayed so busy through it all, one of our busiest years yet! Although we are grateful for that, we are so glad Thanksgiving is around the corner to slow us down a bit and allow us to reflect, both as a company and as individuals.Flash Sale on our Skull Merch!
Read More »October 31, 2022
Flash Sale on our Skull Merch! Visit store.hddbroker.comComing Together After the Storm
Read More »October 6, 2022
I don't think any of us expected Ian to be as awful as it was. The damage it has caused impacted so many and has left businesses and homes completely destroyed. Many parts of Florida still have no power or running water.HDD Broker's People Are Safe But Damage Is Extensive
Read More »September 29, 2022
Sadly, our HDD Broker office in Bonita Springs, FL was directly in the path of one of the worst Florida storms in history.
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