Gerald Franklin Agency

05/27/2026

Do you need a 60-day TABC Sign?

If you’re planning to open a new restaurant, bar, or distillery in Texas, your biggest hurdle isn’t just the paperwork—it’s the clock.

For locations that haven't held an active TABC permit in the last two years, you are legally required to post a 60-Day Sign prominently at your location. This sign notifies the public of your intent to sell alcohol and must remain visible for 60 consecutive days before your permit can even be issued. Our team at Gerald Franklin Agency can pull the history of your address to see if we can bypass the sign requirement altogether.

Visit our website at https://www.geraldfranklinagency.com or call us at (713) 868-0068 for help ensuring TABC compliance.

05/14/2026

TABC Compliance Alert! It’s that time of year! If your primary TABC license was issued in 2024 or earlier, your 2026 Compliance Report is due via AIMS by June 30th. Failing to file can lead to administrative warnings or even permit suspension. Our team at Gerald Franklin Agency helps you navigate the AIMS portal every day to ensure your self-inspections are accurate and on time.

Need help staying compliant? Visit our website at https://www.geraldfranklingagency.com or give us a call at 713-868-0068 to schedule a no-cost consultation.

04/24/2026

*How Gerald Franklin Agency Helps Businesses Scale*

Scaling a hospitality brand in Texas? Moving from a single location to multiple locations requires a shift in how you manage your TABC permits. Corporate entities face different reporting standards and "change of officer" requirements. GFA specializes in corporate-level licensing, ensuring that your expansion is seamless across every county line. We are proud to be trusted by growing brands for their licensing needs.

Visit our website at https://www.geraldfranklinagency.com or call (713) 868-0068 to get started.

04/10/2026

True Regulatory Expertise: At Gerald Franklin Agency, our team features former TABC licensing and compliance supervisors to handle the complex nuances of liquor law. To ensure your business is compliant at every step, we provide the regulatory backbone necessary to protect your investment. We also provide Expert Witness testimony in Dram Shop liability civil cases to protect your interests in the courtroom.

Visit https://www.geraldfranklinagency.com or call (713) 868-0068 for a no-cost consultation.

03/20/2026

We offer full service solutions. Getting your liquor license is the big milestone, but what about the rest? Gerald Franklin Agency provides end-to-end service for the "ancillary" permits that keep your doors open: Federal Wine, Brewery, and Distillery permits, State level bonds, Lottery and To***co licenses, and Sales Tax permits. We handle every step of approval so you can focus on your business.

Visit our website at https://www.geraldfranklinagency.com or give us a call at (713) 868-0068 to schedule a consultation.

03/06/2026

Heads up, Texas retailers! A major shift in age verification is on the horizon (SB 650). Starting September 1, 2025, most establishments selling alcohol for off-premise consumption must use electronic ID scanners. While the TABC won’t begin disciplinary action until 2027, the transition starts now. GFA is here to help you understand how these tech requirements affect your permit status and day-to-day operations. Visit our website https://www.geraldfranklinagency.com or give us a call at (713) 868-0068 to schedule a free consultation.

02/20/2026

Did you know the Gerald Franklin Agency support team holds over two centuries of combined experience in state and federal liquor licensing? Since 1944, we’ve seen every legislative shift and regulatory hurdle imaginable.

Whether you’re a local bar or a major corporation, you aren't just hiring a service—you’re hiring a historical roadmap to compliance trusted by some of the largest companies in the U.S. Visit our website at https://www.geraldfranklinagency.com or call 713-868-0068 to schedule a free consultation.

Since 1944, the Gerald Franklin Agency has been Texas' premier expert in TABC liquor licensing. We provide turnkey solutions for bars, restaurants, retailers, and corporations, handling everything from new applications to renewals and compliance.

02/05/2026

When it comes to the ins and outs of liquor permits, having the right experience is a game-changer. Our CEO, Richard "Dick" Wills, isn’t just an expert in liquor licensing; he’s a retired TABC Regional Supervisor. When you work with the Gerald Franklin Agency, you’re benefiting from decades of leadership from inside the very agency that regulates your business.

Beyond our CEO, our team includes former TABC accounts examiners and regional enforcement supervisors. From single-location boutiques to national chains, we speak the language, “cross all the t’s” and “dot all the i’s” required by the TABC. Visit our website at https://www.geraldfranklinagency.com or call 713-868-0068 to schedule a free consultation.

10/28/2024

10/25/2024

Do you have questions about liquor licensing? We are here to answer any and every question you may have! Contact us, today! https://geraldfranklinagency.com/