Tag: software

6 Strategies to Grow Your Firearms Business

Posted on February 20, 2017 by Jarad Haselton

Like any business, you want to attract more customers so you can grow. Use these key strategies to develop your business and bring in more sales. Whether you’re using your FFL to operate a retail store, make on-the-road gun show … Continue reading →

How to Manage Gun Store Inventory

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Jarad Haselton

ATF compliance aside, gun stores are still retail businesses. Here are some ways your store can manage and display your firearms and accessories. As if the ATF wasn’t enough to worry about, you have a retail business to run! One … Continue reading →

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

Posted on January 9, 2017 by Jarad Haselton

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 →

Why You Can’t Keep Bound Books in Microsoft Excel

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Jarad Haselton

Many FFL dealers use Excel for their A&D bound books. Excel isn’t just a poor solution, it’s non-compliant with the ATF. In the past, it was common for FFL dealers to record their acquisitions and dispositions by hand in paper … Continue reading →

The ATF’s Requirements for Electronic A&D Books

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Jarad Haselton

Now that the ATF permits electronic records of A&D books, it’s important to understand the regulatory changes and the new requirements. The Gun Control Act of 1968 requires FFLs to keep and maintain acquisition and disposition records throughout course of … Continue reading →

How to Pass an ATF Inspection

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Jarad Haselton

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 →

5 Ways Software Can Improve Your Firearms Business

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Jarad Haselton

Software is an essential component of any modern business. It can be used to improve the efficiency and ATF compliance of your firearm’s business. Having an FFL and a storefront isn’t enough to drive profit. You should constantly be working … Continue reading →

Best Practices for Keeping Accurate Records

Posted on September 12, 2016 by Jarad Haselton

These recordkeeping best practices will streamline your workflow and prevent inaccurate errors. As a federal firearms licensee, you have an obligation to track the serial number of every firearm that passes through your business. In the event of criminal activity, … Continue reading →

7 Common Misconceptions About the ATF

Posted on September 5, 2016 by Jarad Haselton

There is a lot of bad information out there about the ATF and how it treats firearms sellers. This article exposes those misconceptions with the truth. The firearms industry is a centerpiece for national controversy. Opinions are hot. Those who … Continue reading →

How Can I Simplify My Record Keeping Process?

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Jarad Haselton

Use a simplified firearms bound book record keeping process to ensure you complete your records quickly, without sacrificing thoroughness and accuracy. As a firearms dealer, you have a hundred tasks to complete each day. Like any other retail or wholesale … Continue reading →