How to Save Money As a Business Owner
Many people assume that owning a business guarantees financial stability. While it does offer greater flexibility than working a 9-to-5 job, running a business isn’t spared from challenges. Owners often make sacrifices to stay financially afloat, employing cost-saving measures to maximise the bottom line and ensure that the business itself isn’t drowning in debt. Financial […]
Read post
Credit card processing fees explained for UK merchants (2024)
This guide walks through the different credit card processing fees you may need to pay when taking payments from customers in the UK.
Read post In this article we'll discuss what merchant services are and whether they would benefit your business.
Read post The Cheapest Merchant Services For Small Businesses
When it comes to setting up or expanding your business, there’s a long list of things you need to get in order. One of the most important points on your to-do list is to set up a merchant service. In this article we will explore exactly what a merchant service is, why you should have […]
Read post When selling items online, it can be difficult to escape the expensive world of fees. No matter what you’re selling, or which payment gateway you use, you’ll have to pay card processing fees on each transaction. But when your regular transactions are of small value, it can begin to feel like you’re losing out on […]
Read post How to Read Merchant Statements: Negotiate A Great Deal For Your Business
Regardless of whether you’re a new or established business, working out how to read merchant statements can often be a battle you’d rather leave to another day. It was hard enough setting up the credit card processing contract, and now there’s more lingo to get to grips with. But if you’ve refrained from checking your […]
Read post What is an ISO and Why Should You Use One For Your Card Processing?
Danny’s new trainer business is booming. Sales are through the roof and traffic on his new website is rising exponentially. It has come to the point where Danny can longer just accept bank transfers to his debit card as the sole method of payment. Danny is currently in the process of turning his website into […]
Read post Where would we be without direct debit? From rent and council tax to Netflix and Spotify, direct debit is a lifesaver of a payment solution. It ensures that we don’t forget to pay a bill, and makes for a more comfortable and hassle-free financial life. As a business owner, offering direct debit solutions is a […]
Read post The Best Alternatives to Paypal for Growing Businesses
The last couple of months have certainly reiterated the importance of digital money and online payments. 10 years ago, this article would have been laughed out of town, but a surge in demand for online purchases and bank transfers has opened up a world of opportunities for fresh, alternative online payment systems. Nonetheless, there’s no […]
Read post Chargebacks Explained: What Is A Chargeback?
Chargebacks can come as a nasty surprise to small businesses - but what are they, how much do they cost and how can you avoid them?
Read post 