Category: ATF

Articles related to working with the Bureau of Alcohol. Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) – including licensing, rules, guidelines, etc.

ATF’s “Zero Tolerance” Policy is Over!

The Biden administration introduced a horrible policy called “Zero Tolerance” that was detrimental to the firearms industry – specifically, FFLs. Instead of being an agency that is intended to regulate and work with the firearm industry, the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) became even more hostile to the industry and started treating […]

What is an FFL?

An FFL is a Federal Firearms License that is issued by the ATF to individuals or companies that allows them to engage in the business of firearms whether that be buy/selling (dealing), gun-smithing, manufacturing, or importing/exporting. Although it’s not a requirement, we offer an online course that helps people to set up their FFL the […]

Faster NFA Processing Times

NFA Approval Times Getting Faster!

We’ve got some great news for our industry… NFA paperwork processing times from the ATF have dropped significantly from years past. We have even better news for you if you already have your FFL: this is likely to encourage more customers to buy NFA firearms (like silencers, short barreled rifles, and more) from you!   […]

FFL Software – Requirements and Options

After you’ve taken our Get Your FFL course and you’re up and running with your FFL, depending on your FFL type you’re going to want to start either making firearms or buying them at dealer pricing and having them shipped straight to your door – even at your home . But…. you’re going to have to do one more thing […]

Class 3 License

Class 3 License & How to Become a Dealer

How to Get a Class 3 License Ok, first off, there’s really no such thing as a “Class 3 License.” Instead, someone who has a Federal Firearms License, must become a Special Occupational Taxpayer (SOT) in order to deal, manufacture, or import a certain category of firearms called NFA Firearms/Title II firearms. This special category […]

ffl requirements

FFL Requirements – How To Qualify for a Firearm License [2025]

Ok, you can see where the firearms industry is heading and you’ve realized that this year is the best time to get an FFL to become a firearms dealer or even a licensed manufacturer but you’re not sure about the requirements for becoming an FFL holder. We get it – the whole process can seem […]

FFL Transfers

FFL Transfer – How to Transfer a Firearm [2025]

Have you ever tried to send or receive a firearm but weren’t sure how to do it? Maybe you just bought a firearm online, or you need to ship a gun, and you’re wondering how to transfer it. You might have looked into transferring the gun and you learned that transfers the gun through an […]

FFL Number

FFL Number – What it Means and How to Look it Up

What is an FFL number? An FFL number is a unique identifying number assigned to every Federal Firearms License issued by the ATF. In addition to identifying FFLs, the FFL number also shares some information about the FFL (like the Type of FFL, the expirations date, and more). What does an FFL number mean? An […]

NFA Tax Stamp

NFA Tax Stamp – How to Get a Tax Stamp for Silencers, SBRs, and More

If you’re looking to purchase a suppressor or any other NFA Firearm like a Short Barreled Rifle (SBR) and you’re not an FFL and SOT, then you’re going to need to get a tax stamp. In this NFA Tax Stamp Guide, we’re going to cover how to get a tax stamp for your suppressor or […]

Home-Based FFL Guide

How to Get a Home Based FFL [2025]

Contrary to popular belief, getting a home based FFL is perfectly legal, easy to do, and very common. Unfortunately, there are many myths about getting a home based FFL from the BATF. So, why should you trust the information I’m writing for you here? I’m an actual firearms attorney and specialist in ATF compliance who’s […]

FFL Costs

FFL License Cost [2025] – How Much is a Federal Firearm License?

Depending on the license type, an FFL costs between $30 and $200 for three years. In this article, we break down all FFL License fees (including SOT/Class 3).

How to Own a Machine Gun

Who Can Own a Full-Auto Machine Gun?

Are Machine Guns Legal? Contrary to popular belief, it is perfectly legal for a law-abiding citizen of the United States to own/possess a machine gun (sometimes called a full-auto firearm or automatic weapon). This fact drives organizations like the Giffords Law Center and the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence crazy. Thankfully, no matter how […]

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