Credit Card Processing Buyer's Guide

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In this article...

Introduction
Accepting credit cards
Types of processors
Qualifying
Pricing
Negotiating with providers
Choosing a service
Buying tips

Introduction

When Western Union first gave charge cards to its best customers in 1914, no one would have guessed that more than $2 trillion would be charged in 2003.

As ubiquitous as credit cards are, their use is still growing. The exploding world of online commerce is playing a part, as is the increasing usage of credit cards in business-to-business transactions. While some businesses could not open their doors without a credit card processing service, it is more of a question for others.

The world of merchant services can be confusing, especially for small businesses that have never accepted credit cards before.

This BuyerZone Credit Card Terminals Buyer's Guide is designed to help you choose a merchant account provider for your company, as well as avoid some common bait-and-switch tactics that can cost you much more than you expect.