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There are some obvious places to start when evaluating where to plan for growth in your business – like sales or marketing – but one area that is often overlooked is how your business accepts payments. It is easy to fall into a routine with whatever processor you started your business with, but it is …
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But, as Digital Transactions notes, there’s still confusion about who must be certified, and what the requirements actually are. Here’s what you need to know. This article focuses on the new QIR requirements. For details about PCI compliance and validation, including Visa’s Technology Innovation Program (TIP) validation exceptions, please visit: PCI Compliance is Required. Visa’s …
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So if Square is just too expensive or you’re looking for something a little different, we’ll help you compare some popular mobile card readers and POS systems. The current options cover a broad range of features and price points, meaning you can find the best Square alternatives without hassle. When we list price, it is …
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Maximizing your revenue is one of the main things you think about as a businessperson — Any money you lose to costs, leakage, or other factors directly impacts your bottom line. One area that can cause a big problem is fraud, especially credit card fraud. Fraud detection and mitigation is important. It’s estimated that around …
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The Collect app works on smartphones and tablets with or without a compatible card reader. Before you sign up, make sure you know what you’re in for. What is Collect for Stripe? Collect for Stripe is an app that allows you to accept credit cards in person using your smartphone or tablet and a Stripe …
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That means you can protect your cash flow, ensure you have enough money to meet your obligations, and grow your business. This in-depth review of Wave Accounting will tell you everything you need to know about the software, so you can decide if it’s right for your business. Wave’s account software is free, but if …
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If you want to control expenses and manage your finances responsibly, it’s important to know the true costs of your employees. As they’re such a large part of your cost base, you have to ensure your product and service prices take into account the total money you spend on employees, not just their salaries, in …
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In general, yes, it’s legal, except where prohibited by state or local laws. States that currently prohibit processing fee deductions from tips are California, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts. According to Nolo.com, the law is not clear in two additional states: Kentucky and Montana. In the latter two states, existing laws regarding tips don’t specifically address credit …
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