Wireless Credit Card Processing: How Does It Work and How Much Does It Cost? Wireless is everywhere today. From our internet connection to our phones, computers, speakers and even televisions, wireless has penetrated our lives to make things more accessible and give us the freedom to browse the internet, watch our favorite shows and make […]
5 Types of Small Business Fraud and Scams to Watch Out For Fraud and scams are, unfortunately, prevalent in the business world today. As more business systems go online, more people become prolific with technology, and some bad actors leverage the weak spots of organizations, big and small, to cash in and take advantage. Small […]
What Are the Average Credit Card Processing Fees That Merchants Pay? It goes without saying that every modern company needs to accept credit card payments. As the Wall Street Journal recently pointed out, credit cards capture the majority share of consumer dollars. In 2017, card payments accounted for 62.3% of consumer payments by dollars spent, […]
Payanywhere vs. Square: Which One is Right for Your Business? Back in October 2014, Apple Pay launched in the US to thousands of merchants via a partnership with Payanywhere, a mobile card reader, giving merchants the ability to take secure purchases in-store, via apps and on the web. Since then, the Payanywhere mobile card reader […]
Level 2 Processing: What It Is and What It Means for Your Business Businesses today conduct transactions drastically different to how they did some decades ago. Credit cards are now the method by which most businesses transact as they allow organizations to get around cash flow issues, and enjoy rewards programs that support businesses with […]
How to Find Cheap Credit Card Processing for Your Business By Alexandra Sheehan It’s 2019. Credit cards are outpacing cash payments. Just two years ago, they were used for more than 60% of consumer payments. And there’s no slowing down: In 2022, it’s expected that small business credit card purchase volume will climb to $686 […]
Payment Depot Reviews: What Merchants and Experts are Saying If you’ve landed on this post chances are that you’re considering Payment Depot for your credit card processing needs and are looking for social proof and commentary on our services. We hear you. Which is why in this post, we’ve compiled a handful of notable […]
Are Third-Party Payment Processors Right for Your Business? By Jasmine Glasheen Starting a business can feel like learning a foreign language, and the decisions you make early on can have major implications for your company’s future success. Deciding how to process payments is one of those big decisions, so it’s important to know the ins […]
Everything You Need to Know About PCI Compliance By Jasmine Glasheen If PCI compliance was a hot topic before the highly-publicized retail data breaches of 2018, then in the time since the breaches came to the surface the topic of PCI compliance has become positively trending. Since January of 2018, a minimum of 11 well-known […]
Square vs. Clover: Which is Better for Your Small Business? A point of sale system is critical for any merchant running a physical location. Your POS system lets you ring up sales, take payments, and in some cases even keep track of your customers and inventory. While there are many players in the world […]
Level 3 Data: What It Is and How to Qualify for Level III Credit Card Processing By Jasmine Glasheen An advantage being in business for a few years is that you get clued into ways to save money that you had no way of knowing about when you first got started. Level 3 credit card […]
Everything You Need to Know About Merchant Services Providers By: Alexandra Sheehan Today’s consumers have more choices than ever before. Which brands they do business with, where they interact with companies, even how they pay for products and services. Gone are the days of a cash-based society. We’re increasingly using cards and innovative payment methods, and […]
Everything You Need to Know About B2B Credit Card Processing — and How to Lower Your Rates If you run a B2B company — that is, if you do business with other business, then it’s worth exploring the ins and outs of B2B credit card processing. While traditional transaction methods such as ACH and checks […]
Healthcare Credit Card Processing: Choosing the Best Merchant Services for Your Small Medical Business Over the past several years, doctor’s expenses have gone up faster than before, while payments from insurance companies have come down. Recent estimates have found that the average medical practice overhead these days is between 60% to 70%. Coupled with numerous healthcare […]
7 Payments Experts and Influencers to Follow in 2019 (and Beyond) An important component of keeping your competitive edge as an entrepreneur is staying abreast with news and developments in the world of business, tech, and payments. Being aware of significant trends can help you anticipate changes in your market so you can plan accordingly. […]
How to Discover Credit Card Processing Hidden Fees: A Quick Guide Credit card processing is a confusing topic for most business owners. How do you know if you’re getting a good deal, or if a processor is ripping you off? Complex pricing, hidden fees, and smooth-talking salesmen can make it challenging to get to the […]
Quickbooks Credit Card Processing: Reviewing Intuit’s Merchant Services Today, we are reviewing Intuit’s Quickbooks’ credit card processing services. Please do not confuse this review with Intuit’s very popular QuickBooks accounting software. And, maybe this confusion and lack of differentiation is the perfect place to start this post. Almost everyone has some understanding of what Intuit’s […]
12 Ways to Prevent Credit Card Fraud at Your Business in 2019 The idea of being defrauded isn’t pleasant, but it’s something that every business owner needs to think about. Fraud incidents are a real possibility for any business, particularly if you accept credit cards. According to the American Bankers Association, in 2018, there were […]
What is a Merchant Account? 5 Essential Things You Need to Know By Jasmine Glasheen A merchant account isn’t just any old bank account. Processing customer payments through your merchant account is one of the most important aspects of running your business. Why? Simple: it’s how you get paid. Yet finding the right merchant account […]
6 Reasons Your Merchant Account May Be Denied — and What to Do About Them It’s a relatively rare occurrence, but from time to time, banks or credit card processors can deny a business’ merchant account application. Whether you’ve experienced getting denied or are planning to apply for a merchant account and want to increase […]
