Anyone who owns a retail store or who is thinking of buying one needs information on accepting credit cards, credit card terminals and point of sales systems. This wikizine explores all this and more.
Photo by Nazreth British consumers today are using credit cards and debit cards more because of the economic crisis. There has been a 10% increase over last year. Therefore, if you are not accepting credit cards at your retail store or at your website, you stand to lose business. Despite the admonitions to spend less money, some consumers continue to be impulse shoppers.
There are wireless and countertop models to choose from and there is even a wireless product to utilize while on the go... Read Full Story
By Mike Gasterson You have probably approached your bank and asked for a rate reviewthis is usually the first step. The answer will most likely be no. However, if your bank concedes that you are on a very high rate and offers to lower the merchant service fee (msf) percentage you will most likely get locked into a contract with unforgiving break fees. You have probably approached your bank and asked for a rate reviewthis is usually the first step. The answer will most likely be no. However... Read Full Story
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Tools of the Trade
Shopping around fro merchant servcices can be overwhelming for business owners who are seeking lower rates and better service. Two entrepreneurs have developed a tool for determining how much the credit card company charges when you use your credit card. You simply enter the first five digits of your credit card company to obtain the information.
If you are uncomfortable with entering your credit card numbers, there are samples of charges listed at the bottom of the... Read Full Story
Buying Credit Card Terminals
A credit card terminal is an indispensable device for your business. Major features of a credit card terminal are its price, speed, and reliability. Modern credit card terminals require electricity and telephone lines. Terminals with printers vary from $200 to $600. For wireless terminals, the cost is ranges from $600 to $1,000. Credit card terminals are perfect for businesses of all sizes. Always keep your terminals clean.
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While I was out prospecting yesterday, I came across a business owner who was proud of the fact that she had an ATM machine and not a credit card terminal. She preferred to make money when the customers used the machine rather than to incure a charge for accepting credit cards.
Her ATM machine happened to be located at the front of th store next to the door. But, is that a good place to have an ATM machine? Take a look at this video.
Business owners should carefully consider where they... Read Full Story
By Don Obrien
The most popular words searched for on the internet by those interested in credit card services are: credit card terminals for sale, used credit card terminals, the Eclipse credit card terminal, cheap credit card terminals, and wholesale credit card terminals. Missing in these searches is the most important word of all. Why aren’t merchants looking for FREE credit card terminals? In this day and age, this oversight is a complete mystery.
Merchants are cutting back... Read Full Story
Although some business owners are more vulnerable to chargebacks, all business owners can avoid them by making sure customers are satisfied with their purchases and the service they received when they entered your store. Sometimes a simple acknowledgement of the customer when they come into the store and taking the opportunity in extending courtesy go a long way.
Customers buy your products because they perceive the value in purchasing it. According to Lloy Allard, if you uncover the value... Read Full Story
In this day and age, it is important to ferret out all erroneous charges from your credit card processing statement as soon as possible. This means being diligent in reviewing the statements as they arrive. It is possible to find mistakes, and if you do, give your merchant account representative the courtesy of notifying him/her of your dilemma.
Most account representatives, if they are honest and trustworthy, will be happy to review the statement with you. However, if you encounter... Read Full Story
