State sales tax
4.75% plus 2% to 3.5% local
Combined rates run from 6.75% upward depending on county. Storeveu holds the effective rate per store so an operator across several counties keeps one catalog.
North Carolina · NC
POS built for North Carolina convenience, grocery and liquor stores
North Carolina splits food into two tax bases. Qualifying groceries pay a 2% local rate only, while the candy and soft drinks on the next shelf pay the full combined rate of 6.75% or more. Every food SKU has to be classified correctly, and Storeveu does that on the product rather than at the register.
Serving independent retailers across Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, Winston-Salem, Fayetteville and the rest of North Carolina.
North Carolina rules, already configured
These are the settings an NC store has to get right. Storeveu ships with them in place rather than leaving them for you to build.
Two food tax bases
Qualifying food at 2% local only
Qualifying groceries are taxed at a 2% local rate and nothing else, while candy, soft drinks, dietary supplements and prepared food pay the full combined rate. Storeveu classifies each food SKU into the right base on the product record, so a mixed basket rings correctly line by line.
Lottery commission
7% on sales
North Carolina pays one of the highest retailer commissions at 7% of retail price, capped in statute. It is held at state level and inherited by every store. Storeveu tracks the weekly per terminal fee separately so it does not distort the commission figure.
Spirits are ABC controlled
Never on a c-store register
Spirituous liquor is sold only through local ABC board stores, so no off premises permit puts liquor on a convenience store register. Beer and wine permits are also only valid in jurisdictions that voted them in, so eligibility is checked county by county.
Keeps selling when the internet drops
The register is offline first. Cash sales keep ringing and upload on their own when the connection returns.
Month to month after 3 months
Starter and Pro are billed per store with a 3 month minimum and no early termination fee on the software.
Your data stays yours
Every record is scoped to your organization and store, and access is gated by role.
See it running on a North Carolina store
A 15 to 20 minute walkthrough on a fully loaded store, with your state's tax, deposit and lottery rules already switched on. No obligation, no pressure.
- Catalog imported from your current POS
- North Carolina lottery settlement shown end to end
- Straight answer on what it costs
Book a NC demo
Takes 60 seconds. We reply within 2 hours.
North Carolina questions
How does Storeveu handle the North Carolina qualifying food rate?
North Carolina taxes qualifying groceries at a 2% local rate only, while non qualifying food such as candy, soft drinks, dietary supplements and prepared food pays the full state plus local rate of 6.75% or more. Storeveu holds the classification on each product, so a basket mixing bread and soda applies two different tax bases automatically rather than relying on the cashier.
Can a North Carolina convenience store sell liquor?
No. North Carolina is a control state where spirituous liquor is sold at retail only through ABC stores run by local city and county boards, so no off premises permit authorises liquor in a convenience store. Beer and wine are available under separate permits, and only in jurisdictions that approved those sales.
What lottery commission rate does Storeveu use for North Carolina?
The 7% commission on retail price is among the highest of any state, is capped in statute and is held at state level so every store inherits it. Storeveu keeps the weekly per location terminal fee as its own line rather than netting it against commission, so the settlement report matches what the Lottery actually pays.
Does the tax rate change between North Carolina counties?
Yes. The 4.75% state rate is uniform but local and transit rates vary, putting combined rates between roughly 6.75% and 8.25% depending on the county. Storeveu holds the effective rate on the store record, so each location rings its own rate while sharing one catalog and one back office.
Common questions
How much does Storeveu cost?
Every plan is priced per store and billed monthly. The software has a 3-month minimum, then runs month to month with no early termination fee. Starter covers the register, the back office and the AI assistant. Growth adds lottery, fuel, loyalty, invoice scanning and tobacco compliance. Restaurant is built for restaurants and bars, and Pro includes every add-on. Current prices are always on the pricing page.
Does Storeveu work offline?
Yes, for cash. The register is offline-first: it keeps ringing cash sales with no internet and uploads them on its own when the connection returns. Card terminals need the internet to reach the processor.
Is there a long-term contract?
The software has a 3-month minimum, then runs month to month with no early termination fee. Card processing is a separate 36-month agreement. Any early exit fee is listed on your application before you sign, and other charges can apply on a default, such as two months with no sales, so read the processing terms first. You can change tiers anytime.
Do I need special hardware?
No. Storeveu runs on standard Windows PCs with common receipt printers, cash drawers and Dejavoo terminals, bring your own, or buy the E15W dual-screen terminal.
How long does it take to switch from my current POS?
Most stores go live in 1-3 weeks. The team imports your catalog and customer list from systems like Square, Clover, Lightspeed or Heartland, usually overnight.
Can I manage multiple stores?
Yes. Run multiple locations from one back office with per-store pricing and inventory, plus a five-tier role hierarchy and custom roles.
Is my store data private and secure?
Every record is scoped to your organization and store, access is permission-gated by role, and one tenant can never see another’s data.
How do I get a demo?
Book a free 15-20 minute guided demo on a fully-loaded store, no obligation, no pressure. Use the contact page to pick a time, or call the sales line.