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Free Credit Card Machine = An Expensive Proposition

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You are virtually guaranteeing that you will overpay for credit card processing if you’re comparing processors based on which ones are willing to provide a free terminal. The only benefit to receiving a free machine is the lack of initial expense when opening a new processing account.

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What Is Tiered Pricing in Credit Card Processing?

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Accepting credit card payments at your business is a surefire way of increasing customer satisfaction and retention. Over 80% of American adults owned at least one credit card in 2023. Also, credit cards contributed to 27% of the spending at point-of-sale (POS) systems worldwide. Don’t believe it?

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The Ultimate Guide to Accepting Credit Card Payments

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Credit cards are a staple in the wallets of consumers today, and they will undoubtedly be a payment method of choice for years to come, particularly as the adoption of mobile and contactless payments continues to grow. In fact, ResearchAndMarkets.com forecasts the global credit card payment market to grow to $762.16

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Credit Card Processing Rates: How Much Does It Cost to Process Payments in 2025?

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For many small business owners, credit card processing fees may seem like a hefty price to pay for providing convenience to customers. Even if you consider them to be a cost of doing business, credit card fees can quickly eat away at your already slim profit margins. Let’s get started.

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Why Stax is a Leading Solution for Merchants That Need Credit Card Payment Processing in Canada

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Much like in the United States (and practically the rest of the world, for that matter), Canadian consumers have widely adopted credit cards and digital payments. Research shows that Canada has the world’s highest credit card ownership rate, with 82.7% of consumers owning at least one credit card.

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Everything You Need to Know About Credit Card Processing

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Credit card processing can be overwhelming, expensive, and confusing. Credit, debit, and digital payments have far and away become the most popular payment method. If your AOV is above $25, you must accept credit cards. TL;DR There are several parties involved in credit card processing.

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Credit Card Merchant Services: What to Look for (and What Most Businesses Miss)

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Credit card merchant services are often viewed as a back-office function or necessary cost. In this blog, we’ll explore how to approach credit card processing like an opportunity instead of just another expense. Talk to sales What Are Credit Card Merchant Services?