Business Payments
Whether you’re paying suppliers or processing customer transactions, payments are a necessary part of keeping your business running. Business payments require the right technology and agreements to keep your business profitable, while the best tools generate vital payments data that impacts your bottom line. Manage accounts payable and receivable with these resources.
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Should You Pick the Cheapest Payroll Service?
By Sean Peek | March 06, 2026
QuickBooks, Rippling, Gusto and Zenefits are among the cheapest payroll services that also boast a range of features for small businesses.
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How to Create and Send Invoices With PayPal
By Jennifer Dublino | March 06, 2026
Want to send a professional invoice via PayPal? Follow this guide to learn how
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What Is a POS System? (And Other Common Questions Answered)
By Skye Schooley | March 05, 2026
You've been told you need a POS system, but how does one work, how can it benefit your business, and what are its advantages over a cash register?
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What Are the Benefits of POS Systems for Restaurants?
By Donna Fuscaldo | March 05, 2026
From tracking inventory to running promotions, restaurant POS systems bring numerous benefits. Learn about the top features of restaurant POS systems.
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Should Your Restaurant Accept Bitcoin?
By Mark Fairlie | March 05, 2026
Some restaurants have started accepting Bitcoin as payment. Learn the pros and cons of accepting Bitcoin in restaurants and how to get started.
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Venmo for Business: Is It Right for You?
By Jennifer Dublino | February 26, 2026
Venmo for Business lets small businesses accept payments easily with low fees, quick setup, no approval needed and access to a large, young customer base.
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How to Accept Credit Card Payments for Small Businesses
By Adam Uzialko | February 25, 2026
Accepting credit cards requires a payment processor like Square or Stripe, a merchant account, and hardware like POS terminals. Fees range from 1.5% to 4%.
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Small Business Credit Card Processing: What You Need to Know in 2026
By Elizabeth Crumbly | February 24, 2026
Credit card processing allows businesses to accept debit and credit card transactions, boosting sales and customer satisfaction in the process. Here’s how it works.
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What Are Chargebacks, and How Can You Avoid Them?
By Skye Schooley | February 20, 2026
Reduce chargebacks through clear return policies, detailed receipts, prompt customer service and thorough documentation for all transactions.
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How to Choose a POS Cash Register
By Jennifer Dublino | February 18, 2026
Choosing a processing system to handle payments is an important part of your business. But there is a register to fit every establishment’s needs.
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Guide to Credit Card Processing Fees
By Jennifer Dublino | February 13, 2026
Most businesses must accept credit cards to succeed. Learn about the rates and fees involved with processing card transactions and how to negotiate fees.
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What Is Credit Card Processing? The Complete Guide to Credit Card Payments
By Jennifer Dublino | February 13, 2026
Businesses accept credit cards to increase customer satisfaction and boost the bottom line. Learn everything you need to know about credit card processing.
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A Guide to Payroll Forms for Employers
By Simone Johnson | February 11, 2026
Managing payroll forms is a necessary part of owning and running a business. Learn about the payroll tax and report forms business owners must understand. Answer a few questions about your purchase,...
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How to File Medical Claims
By Leah Zitter | February 10, 2026
Medical offices bill insurance providers for clients' services. Learn what's involved, including HIPAA regulations, what to include and what can go wrong.
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What Is Medical Billing and Coding?
By Leah Zitter | February 10, 2026
Medical billing and coding systems ensure that health providers get paid for their services. Learn the steps in medical billing and medical coding.
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How to Accept Credit Card Payments Over the Phone
By Adam Uzialko | February 10, 2026
You can accept credit card payments over the phone by securely keying the customer's card details into your POS terminal, mobile app or virtual terminal.
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How to Choose a Mobile POS System
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
There are a lot of mobile point-of-sale apps out there. How do you choose the best mobile POS for your business?
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Is a Free POS System Right for Your Business?
By Skye Schooley | February 10, 2026
Small businesses that must cut costs may consider a free POS system. Learn the benefits and limitations of free POS systems and some options to consider.
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How to Accept Credit Card Payments Using Your Phone
By Simone Johnson | February 10, 2026
Accept credit cards on your phone using mobile readers and apps from Square, PayPal, or Chase. Download the app, connect a reader and start processing payments.
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Payment Gateway vs. Payment Processor: Key Differences Explained
By Jennifer Dublino | February 10, 2026
A payment gateway encrypts and transmits customer data; a processor moves funds between accounts. Both are essential for online credit card transactions.
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PayPal Credit Card Processing: How to Accept Card Payments With PayPal
By Adam Uzialko | February 10, 2026
To accept credit cards with PayPal, set up a business account, connect to PayPal’s payment gateway, and use PayPal Zettle for in-person or online payments.
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Understanding PayPal Credit Card Fees
By Adam Uzialko | February 10, 2026
PayPal charges 2.89% + $0.29 per online transaction and 2.29% + $0.09 for POS payments. No monthly fees make it affordable for startups and small businesses.
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A Guide to Restaurant Payment Processing
By Jennifer Dublino | February 10, 2026
Restaurants benefit from using payment processors that offer POS integration, fraud protection, flexible terms and support for mobile and online payments.
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Find Out Which Credit Card Payment App for Android Works Best for You
By Adam Uzialko | February 10, 2026
Mobile credit card payment processing apps for Android include PayPal, Square, SumUp, QuickBooks and Shopify, offering varied fees, hardware and features.
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PayPal vs. Merchant Account: What’s the Difference?
By Jennifer Dublino | February 10, 2026
PayPal functions as a digital wallet with higher transaction fees than merchant accounts but offers simpler setup with no monthly fees for basic accounts.
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The Best Way to Take Payments With Your iPhone
By Jennifer Dublino | February 10, 2026
You can accept iPhone payments with credit card readers from processing companies like Clover Go, Square Reader, PayPal Zettle, Helcim, Payanywhere, or SumUp.
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The Best PayPal Alternatives
By Anna Baluch | February 03, 2026
Top PayPal alternatives include Stripe for e-commerce, Square for POS, Authorize.Net for multi-channel payments, Shopify Payments and Braintree by PayPal.
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15 Top POS System Features
By Sean Peek | January 30, 2026
The best POS system will vary based on your needs and the customer experience you want to provide. Here are 15 important features to look for.
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How to Choose a Bar POS System
By Skye Schooley | January 30, 2026
Every bar owner understands that bars have unique needs, and so does your bar POS system. Learn how to choose the best bar POS system for your business.
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9 Benefits of Switching to Cloud-Based POS Software
By Sean Peek | January 29, 2026
Cloud-based point-of-sale (POS) software has many advantages over traditional sales technology. Consider these benefits and top systems.