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Guide To Accepting Mobile Payments
Mobile payment technology involves making a payment through a phone or tablet. Understanding your mobile payment options will help you as you make point of sale and payment processor purchasing decisions. When we first wrote this article a decade ago, mobile payments were just starting out, and we wrote things like, “Consumers have yet to catch […]
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Best $10K Small Business Loans
A $10,000 business loan is a fairly small amount, so it shouldn’t be too difficult for many businesses to receive one. Many online lenders have short applications and can fund as quickly as the same business day of approval. Lenders may evaluate factors including personal credit score, monthly or annual revenue, and time in business to determine if you qualify.
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Best Kabbage Competitors
If you’ve decided that Kabbage Funding isn’t right for you, or you want to take a look at Kabbage competitors before choosing a business lender, the following seven lenders are for you. Take a look at the best alternatives to Kabbage available to small businesses right now.
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Best Loans For Freelancers & The Self-Employed
The life of a freelancer is challenging yet rewarding. While getting a business loan as a freelancer may seem like an insurmountable hurdle, there are plenty of online loans for the freelance business owner determined to make it work. Online loans for freelancers are fast and easy, giving you access to funds in as little as 24 hours in some cases.
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What’s The Difference Between VantageScore VS FICO Credit Scores?
Despite the real differences involved in our VantageScore vs. FICO comparison, these differences should have minimal impact on your scores, ability to apply for loans, credit cards, etc. So long as you practice good credit discipline, you shouldn’t have a problem building and maintaining an attractive credit profile.
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Best Restaurant Credit Card Processing Providers
The process of selecting a payment processor is a daunting, complex one. Read our post for a sense of what to look for when choosing a credit card processor for your restaurant — as well as a snapshot of the processors and POS systems that, we feel, give foodservice businesses the best value for their money.
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Best Android POS Systems For Small Business
Android POS systems can offer more flexibility and customization options than iPad-based devices. Some of the best POS systems are built on the Android operating system and use Android hardware.
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Best Long-Term Business Loans
You’re a business owner, and you’ve encountered a financial hurdle in the form of a large business expense. No matter what it is, a big expense can be difficult to pay upfront. Enter long-term-loans. Read on to learn more about the rates, terms, benefits, and drawbacks of long-term business loans.
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Stripe VS Braintree: Comparison
Stripe and Braintree are both powerhouse gateways and online payment processors. They even have many similar features. But the overall experience with these two companies is very different, and here’s what you need to know.
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