A Busy Season for Maryland Businesses December is the busiest sales month of the year for Maryland retailers, restaurants, and service providers. With holiday shoppers crowding stores and e-commerce traffic at its peak, your payment systems must be fast, secure, and reliable. Even small delays at checkout can create long lines, abandoned carts, and lost […]
End-of-Year Payment Processing Checklist for Small Businesses As the year winds down, most small business owners are busy balancing inventory, closing out books, and preparing for tax season. But there’s one critical area that often gets overlooked — your payment processing system. A quick year-end check can help you catch hidden fees, optimize rates, and
End-of-Year Payment Processing Checklist for Small Businesses Read More »
5 Credit Card Processing Myths That Cost Small Businesses Money Credit card processing is an essential part of running a business today, but it can also be difficult for business owners to navigate at first. Many small business owners accept certain “truths” about payment processing that actually aren’t true at all. These myths can quietly
How to Lower Credit Card Processing Fees with Interchange Optimization Read More »
Interchange Optimization: Lower Processing Fees for Your Business Credit card processing fees can quietly eat away at your profit margins. Many business owners accept these costs as unavoidable; however, that isn’t the case. With interchange optimization, you can qualify transactions for the lowest possible rates, reduce expenses, and keep more profit in your pocket. What
How to Lower Credit Card Processing Fees with Interchange Optimization Read More »
Top 5 Payment Scams Targeting Maryland Businesses Right Now (and How to Stay Protected) Payment scams targeting Maryland businesses are more common than ever in 2025. This article reveals the top threats and how your business can stay protected. As of June 2025, Maryland businesses are increasingly vulnerable to sophisticated payment fraud. In 2024
Top 5 Payment Scams Targeting Maryland Businesses Right Now (and How to Stay Protected) Read More »
Surcharging vs. Cash Discounting: What’s the Best Way to Manage Credit Card Fees? Surcharging vs. cash discounting is a critical choice for businesses looking to offset growing credit card processing fees. With more customers paying by card than ever before, understanding how these two strategies work—and when to use each—can help your business reduce costs,
What to Know About Tap to Pay: The Future of Payments for Your Business In today’s fast-paced world, customers expect quick, easy, and secure payment options. That’s why Tap to Pay, also known as contactless payment, is quickly becoming a must-have for businesses. If you’re wondering how it works, why it matters, and how to
What to Know About Tap to Pay: The Future of Payments for Your Business Read More »
