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Challenges for CBD Merchant Accounts

by Ellen Cunningham

CBD products that make “unsubstantiated” health claims, in particular, may have fewer options when it comes to credit card processing. Let’s take a look at finding the right merchant account for CBD sales. How is CBD different than marijuana? Is CBD legal? CBD vs. Marijuana According to the DEA Problems for CBD Sellers What are…

If you sell CBD oils, waters, creams, or edibles, you know that it’s not the same as selling marijuana or marijuana edibles. But that doesn’t mean you won’t run into difficulties finding a credit card processor.

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Credit Card Processing for Bail Bonds

by Ellen Cunningham

That doesn’t mean that you can’t get a good solution for your business, it just means you’ll need to be aware of restrictions on high risk, as well as what to look for when evaluating processors. In this article, we’ll cover how to find the right solution if you need credit card processing for bail…

Businesses that offer bail bonds are considered a “high-risk” industry when it comes to credit card processing.

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Rosy Salon Software Review

by Ellen Cunningham

Rosy is cloud-based software, meaning you won’t install it locally on a computer. Instead, you’ll be able to access your information from almost any device. You can use it both for service-based functions, like booking appointments, and retail functions like selling products in the salon. Rosy offers this video introduction about the features of the…

The flagship offering from SalonRunner, Rosy software offers a suite of tools for salon businesses.

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The Edge Jewelry POS Review

by Paul Maplesden

One piece of software that’s designed to help you get the most out of your jewelry business is The Edge, a point of sale (POS) app designed specifically for jewelry retailers. In this review, we’ll explore exactly how The Edge can help your jewelry business, including its main features, functions, and benefits. The Edge is…

There are few products in life that provide more luxury, status, or celebration than a beautiful piece of jewelry. Since ancient times, precious metals and gems have been crafted into items designed to catch the eye. If you’re involved in jewelry retail, you know how important it is to provide the products, services, and ambiance that jewelry buyers demand.

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Service Autopilot Review

by Paul Maplesden

There’s a lot that goes into running a home services business, and one piece of software that promises to make everything easier is Service Autopilot. In this review, we’ll dig into what Service Autopilot does, how it works, and its benefits and features to help you decide if it’s right for your home services business….

Software and payment services geared to home improvement and repair – whether that’s lawn and yard care, field services, tradesmen, plumbing, carpentry, electricians, house cleaning, or snow removal – can help you run your business more efficiently.

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Credit Card Processing Restrictions on Marijuana Businesses

by Jane Meggitt

In 2016, Alaska, California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Nevada voted to legalize recreational marijuana. While medical marijuana has long been available in the Golden State, with fairly flexible prescription standards, legalizing recreational marijuana in California is predicted to bring in billions. So can credit card processors and banks ever get a piece of the marijuana pie,…

The legal marijuana industry is incredibly lucrative, but customers have little choice but to pay cash for their weed. That’s because while recreational marijuana is now available for sale through dispensaries in three states – Colorado, Oregon, Washington – as well as the District of Columbia, it’s not legal on the federal level. In fact, the federal government lists it as a Schedule I drug, considered as dangerous as heroin.

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Credit Card Processing for Gun Dealers

by Ellen Cunningham

But with guns being a big ticket item, giving customers the option to pay by credit card is important. So how do you find gun-friendly credit card processing? If you’re a gun dealer, here’s what you need to know about finding the right processor to support your business. Taking Credit Cards: The Basics What’s Different…

Gun dealers often face different challenges than other businesses, and that’s true when it comes to taking credit cards as well. Since selling firearms is considered a “high risk” business, some credit card processors don’t offer services to gun dealers.

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Credit Card Processing for Non Profit Organizations

by Ellen Cunningham

The Basics Interchange Assessments Markup What’s different for non-profit organizations? What is a Merchant Category Code (MCC)? Why are MCC’s important for non-profits? Processing Costs for Non-Profits Pass-Through Pricing Flat-Rate Pricing How do I get a competitive processing solution? The Basics In order to choose a processor for accepting credit cards as a non-profit organization,…

When it comes to credit card processing, non-profits may be eligible for lower rates than other types of businesses.

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Challenges for CBD Merchant Accounts

Credit Card Processing for Bail Bonds

Rosy Salon Software Review

The Edge Jewelry POS Review

Service Autopilot Review

Credit Card Processing Restrictions on Marijuana Businesses

Credit Card Processing for Gun Dealers

Credit Card Processing for Non Profit Organizations

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