Wouldn’t it be nice if there were a one-size-fits-all credit card processing solution? That isn’t the case. In fact, you have to start at a high-level view of in-house credit card processors vs. third-party.   That’s before you can even consider which software or payment processing provider to use.   This article aims to give […]

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Why do many small to medium business owners doubt they can lower credit card processing fees?    It’s because too many payment processing providers have used unethical pricing practices like hidden fees for decades. This has disheartened many SMB owners, leaving them to accept credit card fees that are, frankly, out of control in many […]

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Watch for these pitfalls that come with payment gateway integration. Plus, see the new insights that reveal how to boost your conversion rates

The post Effortless Payment Gateway Integration with E-commerce Platforms (25 Pain Points) appeared first on National Processing and is written by Shane McLendon

Why learn how payment gateways work? The knowledge empowers you to use this technology efficiently and save on fees

The post How Payment Gateways Work: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on National Processing and is written by Shane McLendon

We believe in being transparent with business owners and giving the most detailed information to guide you on payment processing. So, this article provides the clearest breakdown of (point-of-sale) POS system costs you will find. It gets right to the point.   By the end of this article, you will have all the details you […]

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Time to take a closer look at virtual terminals vs. POS systems. While you can’t go wrong with either (if you have a reliable payment processor), there are nuances to note.   We have put together the most comprehensive comparison available just for you. Why? Choosing the right payment solution makes a huge difference in […]

The post Comparing Virtual Terminals to Traditional POS Systems appeared first on National Processing and is written by Shane McLendon

We want you to know the top advantages of POS systems (point-of-sale systems) versus credit card machines, financial software, and traditional cash registers. So we will start there and then let you know some concerning findings that make POS systems more vital than ever to overwhelmed business owners.    After that, we’ll dive deeper into the nuances […]

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Most business owners want to know how a virtual terminal compares to a traditional point-of-sale system. However, we’re betting you would like to see a list of benefits virtual terminals have first.   Great! We will start there, then do a comparison of POS systems and virtual terminals. After that, we are going to comb […]

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Why is running a retail business such a painful affair sometimes? For starters, retail businesses can be inherently stressful due to fast-changing environments and too many “moving parts” that the owner has to handle.   Then, on top of that are the issues related to retail credit card processing which make other pain points seem […]

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What is the first step to saving money on credit card processing? Gaining an understanding of how payment processing works.    The more you know, the more your business can save and grow.      We will jump right into it with an overview of credit card processing basics. Then, we will provide more details […]

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