By Stella
A common question many users ask is what will happen with their existing credit card terminals if they choose to switch credit card processors. The good news is that switching terminals is simple and painless, as shown in the video below. Here is the first of a series of informational videos from FeeFighters which empower you, the business owner, to get informed and keep more of your hard earned money. Read more
By Stella
The New Year gives us a natural opportunity to look back and analyze our successes and shortcomings the previous year. Each year, we strive to do better personally and professionally, yet somehow usually fall short of our expectations. This year, Duct Tape Marketing has some great tips on high level ideas to jumpstart your business in 2010. Here are a couple in addition to a challenge for your business: Read more
By Stella
Bicycle Retailer recently profiled a Michigan bicycle shop that went out of business not only due to rough economic times, but rough policies by his credit card processor. Bikesport Michigan was in business for 17 years until owner Tom Demerly was hit by a surprise from his processor. Read more
By Stella
Many businesses hope to make up for a horrible sales year during the holiday season, however thieves are also on the prowl for opportunities to make some cash. The Green Sheet recently posted some tips from Bob Russo, General Manager of the PCI Security Standards Council on how to be vigilant during the holidays. Read more
By Stella
Check out this cool video from The CreditCardCon.com, a project of Consumers for Competitive Choice. This dedicated group of individuals is a “diverse national coalition of Americans who support a strong, vibrant, and consumer-focused economy.” The CreditCardCon.com lets you sign a petition to lower swipe fees and reports the latest news in efforts to lower credit card processing costs. Read more
By Sean
The insurance industry, including carriers, brokers and agents increasingly accepts credit cards. Typically such businesses accept payment from their customers over the phone or computer, more similar to an internet business than a retail store. Read more
By Stella
As businesses grow, they become increasingly complex…many times adding unnecessary layers of bureaucracy …Here are some simple tips for keeping things simple: Read more
By Stella
By Stella
The Boston Globe reported that Boston businesses are taking action against inflated credit card processing fees by offering customers discounts if they pay cash. Read more
By Stella
The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) recently reported that ultimately consumers are the ones bearing the brunt of paying for inflated interchange fees. Interchange fees have been in the spotlight in Washington, especially with last month’s report from the GAO (Government Accountability Office) which suggested that credit card companies and their banks are the ones profiting from higher fees, as merchants and consumers face rising costs. Read more
