Pinpoint Payments

05/04/2026

For 13 years, we have helped thousands of businesses process payments with stability, lower their costs, and always have someone to call when something goes wrong.

Today, we go one step further.

Introducing Peak POS: a point of sale system built specifically for smoke shops, liquor stores, and specialty retailers, and natively integrated with Pinpoint Payments.

One provider. One relationship. Zero friction between your POS and your payment processing.

If you are already a Pinpoint client, this was built with you in mind first.
If you are not yet, now is the time.

Book your demo: https://bit.ly/4n6tKKK

04/10/2026

🚨 just got banned in Nassau County

This isn’t talk anymore, it’s happening.

Health concerns and risk for addiction are some of the areas of concern that led up to this product officially being pulled off the shelves.

Is this the beginning of the end?

One county → then another → then the state?

If you’re in smoke, v**e, CBD, or any “borderline” category…
you already know:

What’s legal today can disappear overnight.

DM us for more tips, tricks and solutions to keep your business compliant.

03/31/2026

🚨 TEXAS — Tomorrow is the big day 🚨

Starting March 31, new regulations are going into effect that will directly impact h**p & THC retailers across the state.

Here’s what you need to know:

❌ Smokable h**p products (flower, pre-rolls, THCA, Delta-8, etc.) are being banned
✅ Edibles (gummies, drinks) remain legal — with stricter rules
📦 New packaging, labeling & testing requirements
💰 Licensing fees are skyrocketing (some up to 4,000% higher)
🔞 21+ age enforcement continues

This isn’t a minor update.
For many stores, this wipes out a significant portion of revenue overnight.

The reality?
Some shops won’t adjust in time.

The ones that do will:
👉 Shift product mix fast
👉 Tighten compliance
👉 Optimize margins to offset the hit

If you’re a smoke shop, CBD store, or v**e retailer — this is the moment to move.

03/09/2026

Selling To***co Products Online? Don’t Overlook Arizona.

As of January 1, 2026, the State of Arizona banned online purchases of to***co products. That means retailers shipping to***co, v**e, or ni****ne products need to be extremely careful about accepting orders from Arizona residents.

If you’re selling online, here are a few simple steps to help protect your business:

✅ Geo-Fence Arizona
Block orders from Arizona in your website or shopping cart settings to prevent accidental sales.

✅ Review Your Shipping Rules
Make sure Arizona is excluded from all to***co and ni****ne product shipments.

✅ Update Compliance Policies
Ensure your staff and fulfillment partners know that shipments to Arizona are prohibited.

✅ Monitor Your Orders
Regularly check orders and customer locations to catch any restricted shipments before they go out.

⚠️ Why this matters:
Processing transactions for prohibited sales can trigger card network violations like BRAM fines, in addition to potential state regulatory penalties.

Taking a few minutes to update your settings now can save you thousands in fines and a lot of headaches later.

03/04/2026

Most v**e shop owners think the biggest risk to their business is theft.

In 2026, that’s not really the case anymore.

The bigger risk is inventory that can’t be defended during an inspection.

Across the country, inspections are increasing and enforcement around unauthorized v**e products is getting tighter. A lot of retailers don’t realize the products sitting on their shelves could actually put their business at risk.

We put together a quick breakdown of what’s changing, what inspectors are looking for, and why inventory compliance is becoming such a big issue for v**e and smoke shops.

If you run a shop, it’s worth understanding.

Read it here:
https://www.pinpointpayments.com/blog/biggest-risk-for-v**e-shops-2026

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The biggest risk for v**e shops in 2026 is not theft. It is selling inventory that cannot be defended during an inspection. Learn what retailers need to know.

03/02/2026

Experience changes what you value.

Less noise.
More intention.

02/27/2026

Many retail businesses aren’t struggling because they lack sales.
They’re feeling pressure because cash flow timing is tight.

Rent, payroll, inventory, utilities — most SMBs rely on daily deposits to keep things moving. When funding slows down, even briefly, decisions become reactive instead of strategic.

That’s why more owners are paying closer attention to when their money actually hits.

Cash flow isn’t just about revenue. It’s about speed, visibility, and flexibility.

If funding time has been a pain point for your business, our team is happy to talk through what most retailers are doing now to solve that.

02/23/2026

🚨 If your shop sells v**es, read this.

The biggest risk in 2026 isn’t theft.
It’s inventory you can’t defend in an inspection.

Most v**e products being sold today are NOT FDA-authorized — even if they’re popular, widely available, or sold by “reputable” distributors.

And here’s the problem 👇
During an inspection, “everyone sells it” is not a defense.

Unauthorized inventory can lead to:
❌ Warning letters
❌ Product seizures
❌ Fines
❌ License suspension or loss

Smart shop owners are already:
✔️ Auditing their v**e inventory
✔️ Requiring documentation from vendors
✔️ Removing high-risk SKUs before enforcement shows up

Compliance isn’t about fear, it’s about protecting the business you worked hard to build.

If you want long-term stability in this industry, inventory decisions matter more than ever.

Want help? DM us for more info on an easy fix to this problem!

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02/11/2026

🏆 2025 Employee of the Year 🏆

This award is reserved for the person who shows up every day with ownership, precision, and accountability. Someone the team can rely on when it matters most.

This past year, that honor belongs to Amy Hess, who's our faithful Deployment Specialist.

Amy’s work happens where it counts: ex*****on, follow-through, and making sure nothing breaks when it goes live. Her consistency and commitment are foundational to our success.

Much appreciated Amy!!!

02/11/2026

🚀 2025 Impact Award 🚀

The Impact Award recognizes the individual whose influence reaches beyond numbers. Elevating teammates, strengthening culture, and creating outcomes that wouldn’t happen without them.

This last year, that honor belonged to Luis Ruiz.

Luis’s presence naturally makes the team better, the work stronger, and the results even more meaningful.

Well deserved, Luis 👏👏👏

02/11/2026

🔥 2025 Heavy Hitter Award 🔥

The Heavy Hitter Award is reserved for those who don’t just participate. They produce by any means necessary. Relentless effort, sustained results, and the ability to perform when pressure is highest.

This past year, that distinction belonged to none other than Bryce Neff.

Bryce brings intensity, focus, and ex*****on every day. When results matter, he delivers.

Well earned sir!