Thanksgiving week Bitcoin ATM matters:

1. Bolting machines to the ground yes or no?

2. Flat rate of rent or revenue share?

3. Getting your locations on Google Maps.



1. Bolting machines to the ground “by using redhead bolts” is a common practice by operators. This secures ATMs against theft in respects to to smash and grabs. It also protects against irate customers pulling machines down. Let’s be honest, many of our machines are in at risk stores so this is a good precaution. 


In business, it is another hinderance…You have to source a contractor at times to do this task.. and we care about placing as many ATMs as we can AS FAST as possible. 


Perhaps your attorney can add a clause to mitigate this?


Saying something like “Business will not hold ATM owner liable for any crushing or injury that may occur from tip-overs? Or you can put a sticker on the machine with such language.



2. ATM companies offer hosts a flat rate, revenue share or a combination between them both. What is the consensus for hosts? What do -they- prefer? The answer is both. 


-but- I would advise to offer both. Offer a flat rate and a combo of a flat rate and rev share. This helps you be amphibious.  



3. I noticed about a third of companies are not on Google maps. This is a huge fail. You need need need to work with your hosts to get on google maps. This is done by the host having Google mail a post card to their brick and mortar.  

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