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Authorize.Net vs. NMI: Comparing and Contrasting Payment Gateways

by Ben Dwyer

They may have even suggested a specific gateway, such as Authorize.Net or NMI. Or perhaps you’re currently using one of those gateways but are considering a switch. In this article, we’ll compare and contrast Authorize.Net and NMI, two of the most popular gateways available, to help you make the right decision. Key Terms About Authorize.Net […]

If you’ve decided to take online payments, you’ve likely come across articles about or talked to salespeople that reference payment gateways, including Authorize.Net or NMI.

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The Dangers of Credit Card Processing Savings Analyses

by Ben Dwyer

It’s a common situation – you’re considering a new credit card processor, maybe browsing a website or talking to a salesperson, when you’re offered a savings analysis. Perhaps you get a cold email from a processing rep. The website text or salesperson says that it’s free and will show you how much you can save […]

Comparing credit card processors? Be careful with savings analyses.

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What is SRC and the Universal Buy Button?

by Ben Dwyer

As swindlers find it more difficult to rob consumers by impersonating them at brick-and-mortar registers or by skimming their card information, they’re turning to online card-not-present attacks. The Fraud Picture So what is Secure Remote Commerce (SRC) anyway? How It Works SRC: Universal Buy Button Benefits to Businesses Limitations and Negative Perception Rolling Out SRC […]

Online payment fraud is on the rise. Secure Remote Commerce aims to curb it.

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My Credit Card Processor Raised My Rates – Now What?

by Ben Dwyer

Credit card processing isn’t cheap. But it doesn’t have to be as expensive as many business owners think. In this article, I’ll cover the different types of price increases, which ones are avoidable, and how to stop them. Types of Price Increases The Easy Way The Hard Way Determine the Source of the Increase Is […]

You know the drill. Your monthly processing statement comes in, and your processor is raising your rates. How do you stop it?

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How to Choose a Merchant Services Provider

by Ben Dwyer

The method to go about choosing the right credit card processor is very similar whether you’re taking cards for the first time or switching processors. The only real difference is equipment considerations. This article will go over what you need to look for (and avoid!) in order to choose a merchant services provider for your […]

Choosing the right merchant services provider (also called credit card processors) for your business can be the difference between frustration and overpaying or a competitively priced merchant account with great customer service.

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The 5 Best Clover Apps

by Ben Dwyer

As of September 2018, Clover was processing $70 billion in annualized volume, up 45% year-over-year and more than triple its $20 billion in annualized volume in early 2016. The restaurant sector is Clover’s biggest merchant segment, or vertical. In the past, Clover’s focus had been small, quick-service restaurants. Now the company is turning its attention […]

Did you know that you can browse the Clover App Marketplace to find cool apps to increase the features in your Clover system? Here are our picks for the 5 best Clover apps.

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3 Things Savvy Business Owners Know About Merchant Accounts

by Ben Dwyer

It’s not about brand recognition, star ratings, or exhaustive spreadsheets comparing rates. It’s about knowing what to look for that meets the needs of your specific business. Here’s what the savviest business owners know about credit card processing. Use their secrets to find the best account for your own business. The Right Account for One […]

There are many different ways to secure the right merchant account, but there are common threads that the savviest business owners all know.

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The Best Restaurant POS for Every Type of Restaurant

by Ben Dwyer

In this article, we’ll point you in the direction of quality POS systems for your restaurant no matter what type it is. But more importantly, we’ll cover features specific to different types of restaurants, and teach you what to look for so you don’t get burned by a generic list that doesn’t take your needs […]

“Restaurant” is a broad category of business types. It can include fine dining, family dining, quick serve, delivery, pizzerias, cafes, pubs, and more. What’s great for a fine dining business might not accommodate the specialty needs of a pizza parlor.

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