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by Jrangel
Mon Oct 24, 2011 3:55 pm
Forum: FFL Holders
Topic: Question for FFL holders: Initial ATF interview
Replies: 29
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Re: Question for FFL holders: Initial ATF interview

Congrats!!

Glad the photocopies worked :cool:

Now be patient, mine took 8 weeks.

Good luck.

JR
by Jrangel
Thu Oct 13, 2011 5:54 pm
Forum: FFL Holders
Topic: Question for FFL holders: Initial ATF interview
Replies: 29
Views: 20489

Re: Question for FFL holders: Initial ATF interview

lkd wrote:So, I was notified this week that the regional AFT inspector will be scheduling my initial FFL interview soon. I was hoping that other FFLs could chime in on a few questions I have about the process. Specifically:

1) What does the inspector look for/not care about with the premises? In my case, my initial setup will be in my home in a front office. I have a large, dedicated safe, a security system, proper HOA permission, and an official LLC, including federal and state tax IDs.

2) What kind of questions should I generally AVOID asking? This may sound silly, but I'd rather not ask things that would impede my ability to get approval

3) I don't have business insurance set up yet, since my ability to create business transactions depends on getting the FFL. Will that be an issue with the inspector, or do they not care? Do any of you have recommendations for insurance companies? My homeowners insurance is with USAA, but I'm disinclined to give them additional business due to their anti-CHL positions. Do any of you recommend Joseph Chiarello (referred by the NSSF) or somebody else?

4) Legal issues: While I don't expect to have legal issues, I'd rather have a number to call in advance. Any recommendations here? Particularly in the Austin area?
My experience:

1.- Have all paperwork ready, and photocopies to give to the agent, including your ID and CHL.
2.- Ask all the questions you have, didn't hurt me.
3.- They should not ask for insurance. We use NRA.
4.- Didn't have issues.

Recommendations:

Have handy if you can some Youth Handgun Safety Act Notice brochures, you may order them from ATF web page.
Have gun locks for sale or free in the premises of business and make sure the investigator notice them.

Good Luck :txflag:

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