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Guide to Merchant Accounts
By Jennifer Dublino | April 06, 2023

Learn what a merchant account is, why your business might need one, how to set it up, and what other payment options there are in this informative guide.

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What Is a Credit Card Imprinter?
By Jennifer Post | April 06, 2023

Credit card imprinters used to be a popular tool for small businesses. As they have fallen out of favor for many, learn if they're still a fit for you.

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How to Properly Use a Credit Card to Finance Your Small Business
By Ruth Hoffmann | March 29, 2023

Credit cards offer an effective way to fund a small business, but only if you pay off your balance each month and take advantage of the available perks.

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There’s a Fee for That: Pros and Cons of Surcharging Credit Cards
By Jennifer Dublino | March 28, 2023

Should you start surcharging to mitigate credit card processing fees? Learn the pros and cons of surcharging, as well as some alternatives.

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5 Ways to Drastically Cut Business Costs
By Katharine Paljug | March 22, 2023

Small businesses often have slim profit margins. Learn how to cut expenses to boost cash flow, invest in growth and lower prices without impacting revenue.

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Why Small Businesses Need Online Payment Apps
By Donna Fuscaldo | March 13, 2023

Here's everything you need to know about accepting online payment apps as a payment method from your customers.

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What Is Facebook Pay?
By Donna Fuscaldo | March 09, 2023

Learn how Facebook Pay works, its pros and cons, and whether a small business should consider this alternative to PayPal as a checkout option.

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Understanding Omnichannel Payments
By Jennifer Dublino | March 06, 2023

Your payment processing should be convenient and professional across all channels. Learn why you should offer omnichannel payments.

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Considering Going Cashless? Electronic Payment Expert Discusses the Benefits
By Sean Peek | March 03, 2023

Accepting payments from mobile wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay gives consumers the safest and most secure way to pay.

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Supply Chain Finance or Invoice Factoring: Which Is Better for Managing Cash Flow?
By Sean Peek | February 28, 2023

How to assess if supply chain finance is right for your business or if invoice factoring would work better for your company’s needs?

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8 Things Most Small Businesses Don’t Know About Credit Card Payment Processing
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

There are risks when your business handles sensitive payment data. Here are eight things most don't know about credit card processing.

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Time to Ditch Cash? Why Credit Card Only Might Make Sense
By Jennifer Dublino | February 21, 2023

Customers prefer using their credit and debit cards for most purchases. Does it make sense for your restaurant to continue accepting cash?

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What Is the Paycheck Protection Program, and How Can It Help Small Businesses During COVID-19?
By Adam Uzialko | February 21, 2023

The Paycheck Protection Program has been extended so the remaining funds can be disbursed.

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How to Create and Send Invoices With PayPal
By Donna Fuscaldo | February 21, 2023

Want to send a professional invoice via PayPal? Follow this guide to learn how.

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What Is Medical Billing and Coding?
By Leah Zitter | February 21, 2023

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 Get Your Customers to Shell Out More Cash
By Mike Berner | February 21, 2023

Learn ways to raise your prices without losing your customers.