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How to Accept Credit Card Payments: A Beginner’s Guide
By Adam Uzialko | November 13, 2023

Consumers expect companies to accept credit and debit cards and digital payments. Learn how to select a payment processor and start accepting credit cards.

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The Best POS Systems of 2023
By Quinn Springett | November 10, 2023

Before choosing a POS system, check out our reviews of the best picks for 2023.

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The Best Online Payroll Services of 2023
By Jessica Elliott | November 09, 2023

Our team has compared the best online payroll services for 2023. See up-to-date reviews and costs for the top services.

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TriNet Zenefits Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | November 08, 2023

TriNet Zenefits ensures error-free payroll processing. Learn why we chose Zenefits as the best payroll service with time tracking and scheduling tools.

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Stripe Payment Processing Review and Pricing
By Lori Fairbanks | November 08, 2023

Stripe provides payment processing for online businesses in 25 countries. Its developer toolkit allows you to customize it for your website or mobile app, and it comes with more than 100 features,...

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Square Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | November 08, 2023

Square is a top credit card processor with no fees, low rates and pay-as-you-go terms. Learn why Square is the best credit card processor for startups.

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PayPal Credit Card Processing Review
By Lori Fairbanks | November 08, 2023

PayPal lets businesses of all sizes, including startups and microbusinesses, accept credit cards with minimal application requirements. It's affordable, has transparent pricing and terms, and is easy...

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North American Bancard Review
By Mike Berner | November 08, 2023

North American Bancard is a credit card processor with quick setup that serves high-risk businesses. Learn about its fast approval process and features.

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National Processing Review
By Jennifer Dublino | November 08, 2023

National Processing offers credit card processing for retail, restaurant, and online businesses, as well as those that sell over the phone or by mail order. It has interchange-plus pricing and you...

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Merchant One Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | November 08, 2023

Merchant One is a top credit card processor with an intuitive platform. Learn why Merchant One is the best credit card processor for flexible pricing.

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Helcim Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | November 08, 2023

Helcim makes credit card processing simple and affordable for small businesses. It offers retail, mobile, and virtual credit card processing solutions with transparent pricing and month-to-month...

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Stax Payments Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | November 08, 2023

Stax is a subscription-based credit card processor that lets businesses pay predictable costs. Learn why Stax integrations set it apart from competitors.

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Clover Credit Card Processing Review and Pricing
By Mike Berner | November 08, 2023

Clover provides POS software and hardware along with credit card processing services. Learn why Clover is our choice for the best POS credit card processor.

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Chase Payment Solutions Review
By Mike Berner | November 08, 2023

Chase Payment Solutions is Chase Bank's credit card processing arm. Learn why Chase Payment Solutions is the top credit card processor for data analytics.

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Square vs. PayPal
By Jennifer Dublino | November 08, 2023

Square and PayPal give merchants an easy and convenient way to accept credit cards. Learn how their features, plans, pricing and integrations compare.

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How to File Medical Claims
By Leah Zitter | November 08, 2023

Medical offices bill insurance providers for clients' services. Learn what's involved, including HIPAA regulations, what to include and what can go wrong.

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What Is the Paycheck Protection Program, and How Can It Help Small Businesses During COVID-19?
By business.com editorial staff | November 07, 2023

The Paycheck Protection Program has been extended so the remaining funds can be disbursed.

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What Are the Benefits of POS Systems for Restaurants?
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 07, 2023

From tracking inventory to running promotions, restaurant POS systems bring numerous benefits. Learn about the top features of restaurant POS systems.

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5 Ways to Drastically Cut Business Costs
By Katharine Paljug | November 07, 2023

Small businesses often have slim profit margins. Learn how to cut expenses to boost cash flow, invest in growth and lower prices without impacting revenue.

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Should You Pick the Cheapest Payroll Service?
By Sean Peek | November 07, 2023

QuickBooks, Rippling, Gusto and Zenefits are among the cheapest payroll services that also boast a range of features for small businesses.

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The Best Merchant Account Services of 2023
By Jennifer Dublino | November 06, 2023

See our expert and unbiased reviews of the top 10 merchant services. Compare 2023's top-ranked merchant account services for free at business.com.

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The Best Mobile Credit Card Processing Solutions of 2023
By Lori Fairbanks | November 06, 2023

With mobile credit card processing, you can accept payments from mobile devices. See our picks for the best mobile credit card processors in 2023.

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How to Properly Use a Credit Card to Finance Your Small Business
By Ruth Hoffmann | November 06, 2023

Credit cards offer an effective way to fund a small business, but only if you pay off your balance each month and take advantage of the available perks.

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Stax vs. Square
By Jennifer Dublino | November 06, 2023

Stax and Square give merchants an easy and convenient way to accept credit cards. Learn how their features, plans, pricing and integrations compare.

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Complete List of POS Charges and Fees
By Jamie Johnson | November 06, 2023

Every size business can benefit from a POS system, and there are various prices and technology suited for every need. Here's what you need to know.

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PayPal Credit Card Processing: How to Accept Card Payments With PayPal
By Adam Uzialko | November 06, 2023

PayPal has affordable payment processing services and no long-term contracts. Learn how your company can accept credit and debit card payments with PayPal.

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Credit Card Payment Processing Rules and Laws You Need to Know About
By Jennifer Dublino | November 06, 2023

Credit cards are a common way to make purchases, but businesses must abide by certain rules and regulations, including the PCI Data Security Standard.

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Why Small Businesses Need Online Payment Apps
By Donna Fuscaldo | November 06, 2023

More and more customers prefer to purchase items using online payment apps. Here are the pros and cons of your business offering this method.

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Merchant One vs. Square Comparison
By Jennifer Dublino | November 03, 2023
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Best POS for Restaurants
By Quinn Springett | November 02, 2023

We've reviewed the best restaurant POS systems. See up-to-date comparisons on features and prices for the top POS systems for restaurants.