Advertising Disclosure & Disclaimer
Last updated: October 19, 2026
Home Guard Journal is published by Berry Leads LLC, a Wyoming limited liability company. We want readers to understand clearly how the journal is funded and what our content is, and is not.
How we make money
Home Guard Journal is free to read. To support it, we may earn compensation from advertisers, partners and programs featured on the Site. This can include payment when you click a link, request information, sign up for a program or make a purchase through a link on the Site. Featured programs may include, for example, firearms training, permit-related education and application assistance services, home security products and preparedness supplies.
This compensation may influence which programs and products we feature and where they appear on the Site. It does not change the price you pay, and we do not accept payment in exchange for specific editorial conclusions in our regular articles.
Sponsored content and advertorials
Some pages on the Site may be advertisements or sponsored content created with or on behalf of a partner. These pages are labeled, for example as “Advertisement,” “Sponsored” or “Paid Content,” so you can tell them apart from our regular editorial articles. Statements made in sponsored content about a partner’s offer are the responsibility of that partner, and you should review the partner’s own terms, policies, pricing and eligibility requirements before you enroll or buy.
General information, not legal advice
Everything on the Site is general information for educational purposes. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws about firearms, concealed carry permits, reciprocity, transport, storage and the use of force vary by state and locality, and they change over time. Before acting on anything you read here, check your state’s current rules with official sources, such as your state’s permit-issuing agency, and consult a qualified attorney about your situation.
No guarantees about permits or outcomes
Decisions about whether to issue a carry permit or license are made solely by the relevant government authorities based on their own criteria. Nothing on the Site, including any featured program, guarantees eligibility, approval or any particular result. Training and application requirements vary by state; confirm with your issuing agency which courses and documents it accepts.
Safety
Information on the Site is not a substitute for hands-on instruction from a qualified instructor. Always follow established firearms safety rules and the laws that apply to you.
Accuracy
We work hard to keep our content accurate and current, as described in our Editorial Standards. However, we cannot guarantee that every article reflects the latest changes in law or policy. If you spot an error, please let us know.
Questions
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