An old adage says there’s no such thing as a free lunch, but does a free merchant account exist? Here’s what you need to know about free merchant services plus the best credit card processing options with no monthly fee.
Zelle is a money transfer service meant to compete with Venmo and PayPal. Now even businesses can use Zelle to move money around and make payments — here’s what you need to know about using Zelle for business.
If you want to accept PayPal payments, you need to have a PayPal account — but if you’ve already got a personal account, is that enough? Here’s why you need a PayPal business account and how to go about getting one set up so you can get your business off the ground.
Square’s free software and affordable payment processing appeal to many nonprofits on a budget. Learn how Square’s platform can help you run your organization, collect donations, and more.
Selling at a farmers market sounds easy but it does require research and preparation. Here’s what you need to know to start selling, the best payment processors to use, and some marketing tips to help your small business grow at the farmers’ market!
Make year-end payroll easy with this step-by-step guide and free business payroll checklist. Learn your tax obligations, the required tax forms, and this year’s payroll filing dates so you can properly complete your business’s year-end payroll.
Restaurants can use self-ordering systems — or kiosk POS software — to run their businesses more efficiently. See whether a kiosk POS is right for your eatery, discover the best options, and learn how you can afford the investment.
In the market for a mobile processing app and card reader? See how Square POS and SumUp compare in terms of pricing, features, customer support, and more.
If you want to accept payments online, here are the best online credit card processing companies. Plus, check out our list of must-haves and major concerns for eCommerce businesses.
If you accept credit cards in person, you need a credit card machine. Learn more about the types of terminals available and how you can go about finding the right one for your business.
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