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1/17/2009 2:25:37 PM EDT
OK, I have received my FFL application and before I fill it out I would like some input from current FFL holders.  How difficult is it to maintain your license?  I would like to use it to give local ARFcomers someone who could do transfers at a reasonable price.  Most companies around here do them for $40-$75.  It would also be nice to try an internet based firearm business.  Is this something I can do without the investment of a storefront out of my home?  I don't want to waste my time or money so any advice or input would be appreciated.
1/17/2009 2:34:56 PM EDT
[#1]
Depends on whether your examiner is an asshole or not.

A few FFLS I know of that did cheap transfers weren't allowed to renew their FFL because they worked out of their home and their examiner wanted a store front to operate out of.

I'm sure some it's also dependent on volume.  The guys I knew would probably transfer under 50 guns a year.  They mostly helped out friends.  A gunsmith in my area works out of his home and does a lot of business and he hasn't been affected.
1/17/2009 2:40:07 PM EDT
[#2]
Does it matter what location you are in? Residential, Commercial etc??
1/17/2009 2:42:55 PM EDT
[#3]
My FFL is a kitchen table FFL without a store.

Does FFL transfers only in his house and sells guns on gunbroker

He has kept his for 10+yrs operating like this, no problems at all.

The only thing I seem to remember them wanting him to do was install a big gunsafe, and he did, where he keeps all his guns + books.
1/17/2009 3:56:18 PM EDT
[#4]
Your ability to do a "kitchen table" FFL depends on how your home property is zoned.

If your town laws and zoning allow you to operate a business from youe home, you are good to go. If not, you will need a storefront.

What part of NC are you in?
1/17/2009 4:18:33 PM EDT
[#5]
I'm in the Asheboro area and am actually renting right now.
1/18/2009 7:51:49 AM EDT
[#6]
Any one else?  Surely some FFL hlders are reading this.
1/18/2009 4:55:46 PM EDT
[#7]
I've had one for 6 years with no issues. I'm also a Kitchen Table dealer. I am also rural so I have any town rules to follow. The maintaining part is not bad, just books and the re-up when the license needs renewed.
1/18/2009 5:05:56 PM EDT
[#8]
The ATF examiner will check your zoning ( city and county )before he comes for a compliance check .
1/18/2009 5:38:47 PM EDT
[#9]
Quoted:
The ATF examiner will check your zoning ( city and county )before he comes for a compliance check .


Compliance check?
1/20/2009 6:26:50 AM EDT
[#10]
Quoted:
Quoted:
The ATF examiner will check your zoning ( city and county )before he comes for a compliance check .


Compliance check?


Once your license is in the works  the atf will set up a time to come to your business address for a visit and go over everything. If that goes well you get your ffl .

1/20/2009 6:30:12 AM EDT
[#11]
Quoted:
My FFL is a kitchen table FFL without a store.

Does FFL transfers only in his house and sells guns on gunbroker

He has kept his for 10+yrs operating like this, no problems at all.

The only thing I seem to remember them wanting him to do was install a big gunsafe, and he did, where he keeps all his guns + books.


Same here.