Category Archives: Legal

How Fastbound clients make friends with their ATF inspector.

The one thing that inspectors love is FFL record books full of well kept, accurate records. It makes their job easy! Inspectors who find violations have to go through the entire process of investigating and reporting them. They have to … Continue reading


Why our client’s line up legal support BEFORE an ATF audit happens

You’re a smart business owner, you know it’s important to stay compliant, stay organized and on top of your paperwork. You’ve got a great cloud based compliant bound book software (hint hint, it’s FastBound), so you don’t need to worry … Continue reading


#1 cited ATF violation and how to avoid it

Our magical FFL software can’t create time, but we can reduce the time spent on your ATF books and simplify tasks to ensure you can always do a quick, simple acquisition or disposition. While a traditional bound book, or FFL … Continue reading


Personal Firearms and Your FFL Business

There are several procedures FFLs have to follow in regards to their personal firearms collections if they way to stay compliant with the ATF. As a firearms enthusiast, you probably own a collection of guns yourself for hunting, sport, and … Continue reading


Listing “Responsible Persons” on Your Federal Firearms License

The “responsible persons” line on ATF Form 7 (your FFL application) can be a bit confusing. Here’s an explanation of responsible persons. Gun laws and regulations can be… confusing. They’ve created a lot of misinformation. As if legislation wasn’t hard … Continue reading


The New Form 4473 is Here: What’s Changed?

The ATF has made significant changes to Form 4473. FFL holders are expected to use the new form starting January 16, 2017. You’ve seen Form 4473 a thousand times. It’s the most common piece of paperwork you deal with every … Continue reading


ITAR Regulations You Need to Know

ITAR is a set of regulations on gun manufacturers and exporters set by the State Department. Do they apply to your FFL business? Your business is growing. Retail sales are up and you think maybe it’s time to expand your … Continue reading


Proper Procedure for Transporting Firearms

As a firearms dealer, you’ll inevitably have to transport firearms at some point. This guide teaches the proper procedure so you stay compliant. When it comes to selling firearms, it seems like every facet of business is regulated in some … Continue reading


Who is Eligible to Buy a Firearm?

Federally licensed firearm dealers are required to check the eligibility of each potential buyer. Who is eligible to buy a firearm and who is prohibited? While the Second Amendment preserves our right to possess firearms, it doesn’t prevent the restriction … Continue reading


How to Pass an ATF Inspection

Inevitably, you will be inspected by the ATF. These are just a part of the business. Learn how to pass an inspection so you can get back to making sales. Inevitably, you will be inspected by the ATF. Don’t panic. … Continue reading