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Last Updated: November 2024

What Is a Merchant Account?

August 23, 2022

If you run a brick-and-mortar business, a merchant account could be your company’s ticket to accepting transactions via debit and credit cards–and no longer just cash payments. We discuss what makes a merchant account so important, what makes a merchant account unique from a business bank account, the difference between dedicated merchant accounts and payment processors, any associated fees, and how to sign your business up for an account today.

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The Best POS System for Your Industry

August 17, 2022

POS systems can be tailored to fit the needs of a wide variety of businesses. Although they all share a few essential features, POS systems are designed to be customized. From powerful kitchen display systems to automatic inventory management, keep your business competitive by staying up to date with the latest POS systems offerings.

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What is a POS System?

August 8, 2022

Your Point of Sale (POS) system is responsible for a lot: organizing your inventory, setting prices, conducting transactions, running analytics, and even more. Learn just how powerful POS software can be and how it can help grow your business.

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How to Select a Credit Card Processor

July 18, 2022

In-store or mobile? Magstripe or EMV-compatible? When it comes to choosing a credit card processing company, there are a few technical factors to consider. Learn how to shop for the perfect credit card processor for your business with this handy guide.

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What is Credit Card Processing?

July 20, 2022

Accepting credit cards at your business can mean more sales, tighter record keeping, and smoother merchant-to-customer transactions. To get these perks (and more), it’s time you shop for a credit card processing company. Learn what credit card processing is, how it helps your bottom line, and how you can find the right company for your business.

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How Does Credit Card Processing Work?

July 25, 2022

Credit card processing starts when a customer taps or uses their credit card at your business and kicks off a complex series of events. We'll take you through exactly what happens in that brief window of processing time to better understand how swiping a credit card ends with money in your bank account.

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