How Much is California Dispensary Sales Tax? (Breakdown)
By Gary Cohen on September 7, 2023
Various reports in industry publications have cited cases of “sticker shock” among California cannabis consumers. Between California’s excise tax, regular sales tax, and local business tax, adult-use customers are paying anywhere between 28 and 40 percent cannabis retail taxes on ever …
TOP FAQs About Maryland Cannabis Dispensary License
By Faai Steuer on September 1, 2023
With the passing of the Cannabis Reform Act and subsequent legislation, Maryland has established a framework for the legal adult-use sales of cannabis, creating exciting opportunities for entrepreneurs considering opening a dispensary in Maryland. However, it's essential to understand …
How to Open a Dispensary in New York: Step by Step Guide
By Gary Cohen on August 25, 2023
If you want to open a dispensary in New York, you must obtain the relevant New York retail Cannabis license. This guide covers the 5 key steps you will need to work through to obtain your license and successfully open a dispensary. New York’s cannabis industry is growing fast with the …
How to Open a Cannabis Dispensary in New Jersey
By Faai Steuer on August 18, 2023
Are you considering entering the burgeoning cannabis industry by opening a dispensary in New Jersey? As the state's regulatory landscape evolves with the legalization of recreational marijuana, it's crucial to stay informed about the Cannabis Regulatory Commission’s requirements, the …
How Dispensary Software Helps Navigate Cannabis Compliance
By Faai Steuer on August 9, 2023
With the significant expansion and legalization of cannabis across the US, the industry’s growth potential has skyrocketed over the past few years. This rapid development has created a patchwork of regulations across different states, each with its specific laws and compliance criteri …
Best Practices in Cash Management for Cannabis Dispensaries
By Gary Cohen on August 3, 2023
Running a cannabis dispensary involves handling substantial cash transactions, which makes implementing effective cash management practices critical, especially with the recent crackdown on cashless ATMs and digital payment methods. Neglecting proper cash management exposes your busin …
How to Get Google Reviews for Your Cannabis Dispensary
By Guest Blogger on July 28, 2023
While many dispensaries want to rank top 3 for “cannabis store near me” or “dispensary near me” on Google Maps, not many understand how search engine optimization (SEO) works and how it can help your website rank better in Google search results. SEO is the practice of tailoring or opt …
Cannabis Payment Compliance: Unmasking Cashless ATM Solutions
By Faai Steuer on July 19, 2023
As the cannabis retail industry continues to grow, dispensaries are seeking innovative payment solutions to meet the growing demand for cashless transactions. However, the crackdown on cashless ATM solutions by payment processing networks has raised concerns about the legality and com …
How Cova Streamlines Cannabis Inventory Management & Compliance for Miss Jones
By Faai Steuer on July 10, 2023
Miss Jones Cannabis Outposts, a multi-location cannabis retail business in Ontario, faced several challenges in managing its operations, compliance, and inventory. To overcome these hurdles and optimize their business processes, they chose Cova’s cannabis retail software solutions. Th …
Why Cova Pay is Canada’s Best Cannabis Payment Prossesing Solution
By Faai Steuer on June 26, 2023
The cannabis industry has witnessed significant growth in recent years, and with it comes the need for reliable cashless payment solutions. In Canada, where credit card payments are widely accepted, Cova Pay has emerged as the leading payment processing solution for cannabis retailers …
How to Capitalize on the Biggest Cannabis Holidays at your Dispensary
By Faai Steuer on June 20, 2023
420 has traditionally been the biggest cannabis sales day but as the cannabis industry continues to thrive, many other holidays or long weekends are emerging as equally important days for dispensary owners to capitalize on. For that matter, Canada Day has already dethroned 420 for the …