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Delegated Admins

Delegated Admins


FFLAssist Support using “Delegated Admins”, the easiest way to be ATF compliant with system access.


Tutorial 10: Step-By-Step Guide to Printing Open Customer Entries in FFLAssist

Tutorial 10: Step-By-Step Guide to Printing Open Customer Entries in FFLAssist


Step 1: After login in to your Business Central portal — You will be landed on the “FFL Assist” portal. Step 2: Click on the……...

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Tutorial 9: A Quick User Guide to the Customer Summary Aging Simplified Report

Tutorial 9: A Quick User Guide to the Customer Summary Aging Simplified Report


Step 1: After login in to your Business Central portal — You will be landed on the “FFL Assist” portal. Step 2: Click on the……...

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Tutorial 7: A Quick Guide to Customer Detailed Aging Reports in FFLAssist

Tutorial 7: A Quick Guide to Customer Detailed Aging Reports in FFLAssist


Step 1: After login in to your Business Central portal — You will be landed on the “FFL Assist” portal. Step 2: Click on the……...

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Tutorial 8: Your Guide to Viewing and Printing Customer Summary Aging Reports

Tutorial 8: Your Guide to Viewing and Printing Customer Summary Aging Reports


Step 1: After login in to your Business Central portal — You will be landed on the “FFL Assist” portal. Step 2: Click on the……...

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Tutorial 6: Learn How to Quickly View and Download Customer Labels in FFLAssist

Tutorial 6: Learn How to Quickly View and Download Customer Labels in FFLAssist


Step 1: After login in to your Business Central portal — You will be landed on the “FFL Assist” portal. Step 2: Click on the……...

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Tutorial 4: Streamline Communication: How to Add and Manage Contacts in FFLAssist

Tutorial 4: Streamline Communication: How to Add and Manage Contacts in FFLAssist


Step 1: After logging into your Business Central portal, you will be directed to the FFLAssist dashboard. Step 2: Click on the menu item “FFL……...

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Tutorial 5: The Easy Way to View and Download Your Customer List in FFLAssist

Tutorial 5: The Easy Way to View and Download Your Customer List in FFLAssist


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Tutorial 3: Keep Track of Firearm Buyers: How to Add and View Customer Details in FFLAssist

Tutorial 3: Keep Track of Firearm Buyers: How to Add and View Customer Details in FFLAssist


Step 1: After login in to your Business Central portal — You will be landed on the “FFL Assist” portal. Step 2: Click on the……...

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Tutorial 2: Gun Records: How to View and Update New Gun Records in FFLAssist

Tutorial 2: Gun Records: How to View and Update New Gun Records in FFLAssist


Step 1: After login in to your Business Central portal — You will be landed on the “FFL Assist” portal. Step 2: Click on the……...

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Tutorial 1: Step-by-Step Tutorial for Completing Digital 4473 Form with FFLAssist

Tutorial 1: Step-by-Step Tutorial for Completing Digital 4473 Form with FFLAssist


Completing an ATF Form 4473 digitally can seem technical at first, but with FFLAssist, the process is simple, secure, and fully compliant. This Digital 4473……...

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Inventory Transfers

Inventory Transfers


Keeping your A&D Book up to date after transferring gun inventory between your stores or warehouses cannot get any easier.


Replenishment Planning

Replenishment Planning


Inventory replenishment planning cannot get any easier with FFLAssist.


Lost/Stolen Firearms

Lost/Stolen Firearms


One of the biggest fears of all gun dealers is recognizing that some of their firearm inventory has been lost or stolen, and the subsequent…


Form 4473 Errors Are the #1 Cause of ATF Violations

Form 4473 Errors Are the #1 Cause of ATF Violations


How to fix 4473 errors, the number one cause of ATF violations.


The Top 7 ATF Red Flags and How to Avoid Them

The Top 7 ATF Red Flags and How to Avoid Them


Think one small error won’t matter? The ATF disagrees. As an FFL holder, even minor compliance oversights can raise serious ATF red flags—the kind that…


Customer Support

Customer Support


In this modern technological era, you will inevitably encounter an issue with an appliance or software and need to contact the vendor’s Customer Service department…


FFL Owner Responsibility in Compliance Failures

FFL Owner Responsibility in Compliance Failures


Are you liable? Understanding FFL owner responsibility in compliance failures.


Train New Staff on ATF Compliance

Train New Staff on ATF Compliance


How to train new staff on ATF compliance using FFLAssist.


State Gun Laws

State Gun Laws


FFLAssist does not just check ATF/Federal compliance. Did you know it also checks state compliance? That’s right! FFLAssist comes delivered with a predefined set of…


Gun Raffles

Gun Raffles


Gun raffles are a fantastic way to get your business name out to the public and to make some extra walking-around money in the process….


Layaways & Deposits

Layaways & Deposits


Scenario #1 – A customer walks into your gun store and wants to buy a gun, but wants to put it on layaway until such…


DROS

DROS


When I first learned of the term “DROS,” I thought it was the title of a new sci-fi movie, sort of like “TRON”. But California…


What’s In A Number?

What’s In A Number?


Understanding the makeup of FFL licenses can help you in many ways.


What Every Gun Dealer Needs to Know About e4473 Forms

What Every Gun Dealer Needs to Know About e4473 Forms


Is Your Process for Firearm Sales Keeping Up with Federal Changes? Buying or selling a firearm in the United States is more than just a…


How to Prepare for an ATF Inspection with FFLAssist

How to Prepare for an ATF Inspection with FFLAssist


What if your next ATF inspection lasted hours instead of days—because everything was already in order? As a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder, preparing for…


Top 3 Time-Saving Features in FFLAssist You’re Not Using Yet

Top 3 Time-Saving Features in FFLAssist You’re Not Using Yet


Are You Wasting Hours on Tasks That FFLAssist Could Automate in Minutes? In today’s fast-paced world of firearm sales and compliance, every minute counts—especially when…


How to Automate Your FFL Workflow and Save 10+ Hours a Week

How to Automate Your FFL Workflow and Save 10+ Hours a Week


Are manual logs, endless paperwork, and compliance headaches holding your firearms business back? Discover how automation can revolutionize your FFL operations and reclaim your time….


Loaded With Fleas

Loaded With Fleas


FFLAssist can take gun orders for you at flea markets. Let us show you how.


Straw Purchases

Straw Purchases


Don’t allow your license to be revoked by engaging in straw purchases.


Incident Reporting

Incident Reporting


How FFLAssist Makes Incident Management Simple, Secure, and Smart.


Digital Workflow

Digital Workflow


FFLAssist “wizards” reduce your chances of failing an ATF audit.


Real-World-Inspired Example of a Failed ATF Audit

Real-World-Inspired Example of a Failed ATF Audit


Don’t become the ATF’s next audit victim. See what FFLAssist can do for your business.


ACH Payments

ACH Payments


Use the ACH payment method and your accounts payable team will idolize you.


Demographic Analytics

Demographic Analytics


With FFLAssist, increasing sales with the right tools is easier than you think.


The Benefits of Cloud-Based FFL Software for Modern Gun Shops

The Benefits of Cloud-Based FFL Software for Modern Gun Shops


Can your gun shop afford to stay offline in a cloud-connected world? Running a successful Federal Firearms License (FFL) business today is about more than…


The Top 5 Mistakes New FFL Dealers Make and How to Avoid Them with FFLAssist Software

The Top 5 Mistakes New FFL Dealers Make and How to Avoid Them with FFLAssist Software


Are you making these costly mistakes as a new FFL dealer? Starting a firearms business is an exciting step, but it comes with its fair…


The Real ROI of Investing in FFL Compliance Software

The Real ROI of Investing in FFL Compliance Software


Is your gun shop losing more than it’s gaining without the right software? When it comes to running a Federal Firearms License (FFL) business, most…


Why Digital Record-Keeping is Crucial for FFL Dealers and How Software Helps Simplify It

Why Digital Record-Keeping is Crucial for FFL Dealers and How Software Helps Simplify It


Are you still managing firearm records on paper? Discover how digital tools can revolutionize your FFL compliance and efficiency. Operating as a Federal Firearms Licensee…


Why FFLAssist is the Best Solution for 99% of Your FFL Issues

Why FFLAssist is the Best Solution for 99% of Your FFL Issues


Tired of compliance headaches and inventory errors? Here’s what 99% of firearm dealers are doing instead. Managing an FFL operation isn’t just about selling firearms,…


The Advantages of Using FFLAssist Software for Firearm Inventory Management

The Advantages of Using FFLAssist Software for Firearm Inventory Management


Is Your Firearm Inventory System Costing You More Than You Think? Managing firearms inventory isn’t just about counting stock—it’s about staying compliant, minimizing human error,…


The Cost of ATF Violations and How Software Can Save You

The Cost of ATF Violations and How Software Can Save You


Are You Risking Your Firearm License Without Even Knowing It? ATF violations are no small matter. One mistake in your compliance records can cost you…


Why Every FFL Needs an Error-Checking System for Form 4473

Why Every FFL Needs an Error-Checking System for Form 4473


Can one small mistake put your FFL at risk? Absolutely. Form 4473 compliance is a critical part of every firearm transfer. Yet even minor errors…


One Version Of The Truth

One Version Of The Truth


Maybe you’ve heard this statement before, and maybe not. In my world of implementing computer systems, this phrase means that all data is together in…


Their Own Worst Enemy

Their Own Worst Enemy


When it comes to improving or efficiently running their retail stores or gun shows, gun dealers are their own worst enemy.


Multiple A&D Books

Multiple A&D Books


With FFLAssist, multiple A&D books are no longer needed.

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Wizards

Wizards


FFLAssist's "Wizards" functionality is the sweet spot of the entire application and makes 4473 completion a joy to undertake.

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Attachments & Comments

Attachments & Comments


FFLAssist's "Attachment" and "Comment" features can mean the difference between sailing through an ATF Audit, or having a challenged audit.

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Certified Carry

Certified Carry


Is Constitutional Carry all that it is cracked up to be?


Gun Labels

Gun Labels


FFLAssist makes it a breeze to print gun labels for gun shows and store displays.

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Lost / Stolen Firearms

Lost / Stolen Firearms


You have enough to worry about dealing with lost or stolen firearms. FFLAssist gives you one less thing to worry about.

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Gun vs. Item

Gun vs. Item


See how easy FFLAssist creates a cradle-to-grave record of every gun you handle.

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ATF Has Our Backs

ATF Has Our Backs


Think the ATF is just out to punish FFLs. Think again.


Handling NFA Items

Handling NFA Items


Dealing with NFA items couldn't get any easier with FFLAssist.

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Fight Complacency

Fight Complacency


We’re all breathing a sigh of relief that Trump is our 47th president. But don’t get complacent.


The Brady Bill

The Brady Bill


The fallout of the Brady Bill was the introduction of mandatory background checks.


National Firearms Act

National Firearms Act


The National Firearms Act. Was it needed, or was it a knee-jerk reaction?


Gun Control Act

Gun Control Act


GCA prohibits interstate transportation/transfer of firearms except by licensed dealers.


Top 10 Violations

Top 10 Violations


Here are the top 10 ATF violations, directly from a 30-year retired ATF field agent.

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