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Flagship Merchant Services Review and Pricing
By Donna Fuscaldo | September 13, 2023

Flagship Merchant Services offers favorable month-to-month terms to all its merchants, with no setup, gateway setup or early termination fees. This full-service credit card processing company has low...

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Payment Depot Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | September 13, 2023

Payment Depot is a top credit card processor for growing companies. Learn why Payment Depot is the best credit card processor for high transaction volumes.

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Brilliant POS Review
By Quinn Springett | September 13, 2023

Brilliant is a cloud-based POS system with excellent employee management features. Learn how Brilliant can track wages, hours, payroll and schedules.

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CAKE Review
By Quinn Springett | September 13, 2023

Cake by Mad Mobile is an efficient POS system ideal for restaurants. Learn about Cake's ease of use, features, pricing, inventory management and support.

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isolved Payroll Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | September 13, 2023

isolved lets small businesses design custom HR and payroll systems. Learn why we chose isolved as the best payroll software for plan customization.

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PayPal vs. Merchant Account: What’s the Difference?
By Jennifer Dublino | September 07, 2023

Learn the difference between PayPal and merchant accounts, and decide which credit card system works best for your business.

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Credit Card Processing in High-Risk Industries
By Dachondra Cason | September 07, 2023

Is your business considered a high risk by your credit card processor? Here's how to know and what that means for you.

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Understanding PayPal Credit Card Fees
By Adam Uzialko | September 01, 2023

PayPal is an excellent credit card processing option for small businesses. Learn all about PayPal's transparent pricing and credit card fees.

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Guide to Credit Card Processing Fees
By Jennifer Dublino | August 28, 2023

Find out which credit card processing fees you can expect, which ones you should never pay, and how to negotiate better rates for your company.

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Credit Card Processing Guide
By Jennifer Dublino | August 28, 2023

Learn why your business benefits from accepting credit cards, and how to make them an option for customer purchasing.

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How to Accept Credit Card Payments Using Your Phone
By Simone Johnson | August 15, 2023

Learn how you can accept credit card payments from your smartphone or tablet.

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Traditional vs. Roth IRAs: What SMB Owners Must Know
By Max Freedman | August 10, 2023

SMB owners are responsible for their own nest eggs. Which retirement account should they choose? Compare the pros and cons of traditional and Roth IRAs.

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The Solopreneur’s Guide to Retirement Funds
By Donna Fuscaldo | August 10, 2023

How do self-employed people plan for retirement? Here are a few retirement plan options for the solopreneur.

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7 Medical Billing Tips
By Max Freedman | August 10, 2023

Streamline your medical billing process – and receive payment for your services faster – with these suggestions.

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How to Choose a Bar POS System
By Skye Schooley | August 07, 2023

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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8 Tips for Choosing a Credit Card Processor for Your Construction Company
By Lori Fairbanks | July 31, 2023

Finding a credit card processing company for your construction company can be challenging. Here's what you need to know to get the best deal.

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Spend Wisely: How to Get the Most Out of Your Business Credit Cards
By Jennifer Dublino | July 31, 2023

While business credit cards can be a good source of funding, if you aren't careful, you could easily find yourself in mounting debt.

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Find Out Which Credit Card Payment App for Android Works Best for You
By Adam Uzialko | July 31, 2023

Choosing a credit card payment app for Android shouldn't be a guessing game. Learn how to find the best app for accepting credit cards on an Android phone.

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Shopify vs. Square: Which Is Best for Your E-Commerce Business?
By Jamie Johnson | July 31, 2023

Shopify and Square are two popular POS systems for e-commerce. Learn how Shopify vs. Square compares and where each one stands out or falls short.

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Stripe vs. Square
By Jennifer Dublino | July 31, 2023

Learn how Stripe and Square stack up against each other in terms of pricing, software, hardware, security and customer support.

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How to Accept Apple Pay
By Jennifer Dublino | July 31, 2023

Apple is a secure, contactless mobile payment method popular with consumers and businesses. Learn how your business can accept Apple Pay.

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How to Accept Mobile Payments via SMS
By Jennifer Dublino | July 31, 2023

SMS payments are when a buyer texts you to make a purchase, or you send a text invoice. Learn how to accept SMS payments from customers.

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The Best Way to Take Payments With Your iPhone
By Jennifer Dublino | July 31, 2023

Mobile payments are easy with your Apple device. The only other things you need are a credit card processor, a credit card reader and an iPhone app.

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The 4 Biggest Red Flags in Credit Card Processing
By Mike Berner | July 10, 2023

Learn to identify the ways credit card processors try to trick you into spending more on fees and equipment.

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Severance: Keep Your Departments From Going to War
By Ali Saleh | July 10, 2023

Season 1 leaves a lot to the imagination, but one thing is very clear: Lumon Industries does not want its departments collaborating.

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How Much Do Payroll Services Cost?
By Sean Peek | May 17, 2023

How much do payroll services cost? How do they compare to hiring a CPA? Click to read about the costs of different online payroll services.

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The Ever-Changing Landscape of Bots and Credit Card Testing
By John Canfield | April 19, 2023

Credit card testing fraud, driven by bots, is costly and damaging to SMBs and credit cardholders. Learn how to protect your business and customers.

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Credit Card Receivables Financing
By Jennifer Dublino | April 07, 2023

Credit card receivables are a vital short-term financing source. Learn how to leverage your credit card receivables to get cash for your business quickly.

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10 Credit Card Payment Services for Small Business Owners
By Jennifer Dublino | April 07, 2023

Ready for your business to accept credit cards? Consider these 10 credit card payment services to choose the right one for your small business.

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6 Elements of a Successful Financial Plan for a Small Business
By Jamie Johnson | April 06, 2023

Improve your chances of growth and success by covering these bases in your financial plan.