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What Is C2B?
By Marisa Sanfilippo | July 24, 2026
A consumer-to-business model, or C2B, is a type of commerce where a consumer or end user provides a product or service to an organization.
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Merchant One vs. Square: Comparing Two of Our Top Credit Card Processors
By Mike Berner | July 24, 2026
Merchant One and Square are two of the best credit card processors for small businesses. Here's how they compare.
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Credit Card Processing Fees Explained
By Julie Thompson | July 24, 2026
Learn which fees come with accepting credit cards as a form of payment, as well as how your business can reduce those processing costs.
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Still Not Accepting EMV Chip Cards? Why You Need to Switch
By Paula Fernandes | July 21, 2026
EMV chip cards have become the bread and butter of in-person card payment. So why aren’t you accepting them yet?
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What Are Interchange Fees?
By Dock David Treece | July 21, 2026
Learn how interchange fees, also called swipe fees, can affect the overall cost of doing business.
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How to Design an IVR Phone System That Doesn’t Annoy Your Customers
By Max Freedman | July 21, 2026
Create an intuitive IVR system with the best menu options, navigation and language.
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What to Look for in a Bank Account for Your Small Business
By Sammi Caramela | July 21, 2026
Searching for the right bank can be challenging. Learn about the services your bank should provide.
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High-Risk Credit Card Processing and Merchant Accounts
By Julie Thompson | July 21, 2026
Learn all about high-risk credit card processing and merchant accounts, including the pros and cons, and which businesses need one.
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13 Businesses You Can Start Up Quickly
By Ross Mudrick | July 21, 2026
These easy-to-start businesses are great ways to begin an entrepreneurial venture and make extra money.
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5 Important Things to Know Before Accepting Online Credit Card
By Adam Uzialko | July 21, 2026
Credit cards are convenient for customers, but online credit card payments come with risks.
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What Is IVR? A Buying Guide for Business Owners
By Mona Bushnell | July 20, 2026
If you're looking to optimize your employees' time, investing in an interactive voice response system can help.
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Review
Epos Now Review and Pricing Plans
By Jamie Johnson | July 20, 2026
Epos Now is an easy-to-use POS system with features for retailers, restaurants and hotels. Learn more about Epos Now's usability, costs and integrations.
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Review
Toast Review
By Jamie Johnson | July 20, 2026
Toast works equally well for a small restaurant that's just getting started and a large chain looking to service multiple sites. It has also done a great job of pivoting in the midst of the pandemic,...
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Review
Clover Credit Card Processing Review
By Elsier Otachi | July 20, 2026
Clover is an advanced POS system for businesses that require highly customizable software. You can start with the basic features, then add apps for advanced capabilities such as staff scheduling,...
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Review
Merchant One Review
By Mike Berner | July 20, 2026
Merchant One offers processing solutions for small businesses that accept card payments in-store, online, on the go, or by mail and phone order. It approves a high percentage of applicants, can set...
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What You Need to Accept Mobile Wallets at Your SMB
By Donna Fuscaldo | July 20, 2026
Consumers increasingly use digital wallets like Apple Pay at checkout. Learn more about this payment method and how your small business can accept it.
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Want to Keep Your Customers? Be Proactive
By Leslie Pankowski | July 20, 2026
Build the habit of cultivating customer relationships and staying attentive.
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5 Ways CRM-Enabled POS Systems Can Help Your Business
By David Gargaro | July 20, 2026
An integrated point-of-sale and CRM system can streamline sales and marketing operations, saving your business time and money.
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How Customer Delight Will Keep Them Coming Back
By Donna Fuscaldo | July 20, 2026
Customer delight extends beyond customer satisfaction. It's those little things that wow your customer base and show you care.
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What Are Self-Service POS Kiosks?
By Jennifer Dublino | July 20, 2026
Offering customers the option to do their own checkout has advantages and disadvantages. Find out if self-service POS kiosks are right for your business.
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What Is Gamification?
By Gem Siocon | July 20, 2026
Gamification involves the introduction of gameplay to a traditionally nongame environment.
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How to Calculate Your Customer Retention Rate
By Max Freedman | July 20, 2026
Knowing your customer retention rate and some strategies to improve it can help boost your bottom line.
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How to Develop a Customer Survey
By Sean Peek | July 20, 2026
Customer surveys can help you identify what you're doing well and ways to improve while nurturing positive customer relationships.
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Business Advice from Uncle Al … (Capone, That Is)
By Jeanette Mulvey | July 20, 2026
Al Capone may have been a gangster, but his illicit business success still offers some insight for legal business owners.
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17 Small Business Organization Apps
By Katharine Paljug | July 20, 2026
Use technology to stay on top of your tasks and deadlines.
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How to Turn Your iPad Into a POS System
By Anna Attkisson | July 20, 2026
Wondering how you can set up your iPad as a POS system? Here's what you need to know.
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8 Ways Pokemon Go Can Work for Your Small Business
By Adam Uzialko | July 20, 2026
Since it first burst onto the scene, Pokemon Go has evolved in a big way. The augmented-reality game could offer some easy marketing opportunities for your business.
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Customer Service Lessons From Luxury Brands
By Kiely Kuligowski | July 20, 2026
Luxury brands are known for top-notch service. Here's what you can learn from them.
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iPhone Credit Card Processing: What You Need to Know
By Adam Uzialko | July 20, 2026
Need credit card processing support? Here's how to use your iPhone as a credit card processor.
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Why Your Company Should Offer Online Coupons
By Isaiah Atkins | July 20, 2026
Online discounts lower your prices but can also attract and retain customers.