Assuring Customers Their Credit Card Information is Safe
When it comes to online shopping, a lot of people’s main concern is security. Can we really trust that our credit card details are safe after we enter them online? While there are folk who are terrified of entering personal information onto the web, there are also people who will share all their details, unaware…
Read MoreMerchant Account vs Payment Gateway Explained
If you are confused by all the terms bandied about around accepting credit card payments you are not alone. Many small business owners feel intimidated by all the names and technical terms used in the card payment industry and are not sure if they can keep pace with it all. That is why choosing a…
Read MoreHow do I Sell Online?
Online business drastically cuts down your overheads, because you don’t have to rent a physical shop or hire a cashier. Your start-up costs are minimal, and even big offline businesses are now taking the virtual route. Your primary expenses will be shipping, and maybe door-to-door delivery. Aside from a physical storefront, online shops have all…
Read MoreHow does a Payment Gateway Work?
Understanding the logistics of online payments is beneficial if you are looking for credit card processing providers. The terminology used to explain online payment processing can appear baffling, but it really is a straightforward concept. What is a payment gateway? A payment gateway connects a business’s website on the Internet to the banking network. This…
Read MoreGetting a Merchant Account for a Small Start-up Business
You might wonder what qualifies your business to have a merchant account. Maybe you think your business is too small for a third party payment processor. In reality, any business that accepts card payments needs a payment processor. It’s impossible to receive payments without one. Also, most card networks use the Visa merchant classification. This…
Read MoreAre Chargeback Fees Just an Unnecessary Expense?
The term ‘chargeback’ sends shivers down the spines of many business owners. It might seem like a minimal fee, but its significance is far beyond chargeback fee. Chargebacks can ruin your reputation with the merchant account industry. Many businesses just see it as a risk they have to take. After all, the alternative would be…
Read MoreWhat Are Chargeback Fees (And How Do You Stop Them)?
A “chargeback” means that a customer’s payment transaction that was previously authorized and cleared is later reversed. A payment reversal will result from a dispute raised by the customer or their bank, and the full payment amount plus chargeback fees will be withdrawn from your merchant bank account. If a customer believes that they did…
Read MoreChoosing the Best Credit Card Machine For Your Small Business
Knowing what type of equipment or software solution you need to accept credit card payments for your goods or services can be quite confusing. That is why choosing the right merchant account service provider is vital. In the right hands, you will be taken through the various card processing options so that you can find…
Read MoreHere’s Why a Merchant Account Will Benefit Your Business
You have probably heard about merchant processing accounts, but perhaps you are not sure how one will benefit your business. Before we look at the benefits, let’s understand what a merchant processing account is. Simply stated, a merchant processing account allows a business to accept payments by credit and debit card for goods or services.…
Read MoreHow Can I Make It Easier For My Customers To Pay?
Today people are accustomed to convenience and quick results, and so that is what your customers are expecting. No matter what type of business you run, you can make payment options easier for your customers; if you still think cash is king you might be surprised to learn how much things have changed. Few people…
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