If your customers can’t pay the way they want, you don’t get paid—simple as that. Merchant services are what make modern payments possible, from credit cards and mobile wallets to online and in-store transactions. In this guide, we’ll break down what merchant services...
Finding the point of sale system with the lowest fees is more complex than just checking the advertised swipe rate. The true cost involves a mix of processing fees, monthly software and hardware costs, as well as hidden incidentals. This guide cuts through the...
Key Takeaways Retail margin is your gross profit (Selling Price – COGS) expressed as a percentage of the selling price, not the cost. Retail margin and gross margin use the same formula. Retail margin is simply gross margin applied to individual products in a retail...
The world of payment processing is notorious for its confusing contracts, hidden fees, and numerous pricing models. The best credit card processing companies for small businesses in 2026 include leaders such as Square (ideal for beginners), Stripe and Shopify...
The global mobile POS (mPOS) market is exploding. Valued at $36.07 billion in 2024, it’s forecasted to hit $113.49 billion by 2030 — a staggering 20.8% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) (GlobeNewswire). mPOS is here now, and businesses of every size are trading in...
