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Age Verification and ID Scanning at the Tobacco Register: A Compliance Explainer

Age Verification and ID Scanning at the Tobacco Register: A Compliance Explainer

A compliance-focused explainer on age verification and ID scanning at the tobacco register — covering federal rules, state laws, POS automation, and what happens during an audit.

How to Build a Small Grocery Store Business Plan That Attracts Lenders

How to Build a Small Grocery Store Business Plan That Attracts Lenders

Step-by-step guidance on writing a small grocery store business plan lenders will fund — including financial projections, EBT authorization strategy, and POS technology costs.

9 Retail Licensing and Permit Requirements Convenience Store Owners Frequently Overlook

9 Retail Licensing and Permit Requirements Convenience Store Owners Frequently Overlook

Nine commonly missed licensing and permit requirements for convenience store owners — from state tobacco retailer licenses to food handler certifications and EBT authorization.

Credit Card Processing for Independent Retailers: A Practical Owner's Comparison

Credit Card Processing for Independent Retailers: A Practical Owner’s Comparison

Compare credit card processing options for independent retailers — flat-rate, interchange-plus, and integrated POS processing — so you can choose the lowest-cost, compliance-ready solution.

EBT sign on a door at a convenience store

Federal Judge Blocks SNAP Purchase Restrictions in Five States: What It Means for Your Store

A court vacated SNAP purchase restrictions in five states, making soda and candy EBT-eligible again there while 18 other states keep their bans. Here is what it means for your store.

Sole-Proprietor Convenience Store Tax Preparation: What Bodega Owners Need to Know

Sole-Proprietor Convenience Store Tax Preparation: What Bodega Owners Need to Know

A plain-language explainer on tax preparation for sole-proprietor convenience store and bodega owners — covering deductible expenses, EBT reporting, and POS accounting integrations.

How to Conduct an Inventory Takeover When Buying a Convenience Store

How to Conduct an Inventory Takeover When Buying a Convenience Store

A step-by-step guide to conducting an inventory takeover when purchasing a convenience store — from counting stock on Day 1 to migrating vendor data into your new POS.