Here are a few holidays this season you can consider for a special celebration. Just remember the golden rule of any promotion: focus it on achieving a business goal. What…
Are you looking for ways to ensure a steady income stream? Many small businesses struggle with seasonal dips, but creative promotions and seasonal planning can help keep traffic flowing year-round,…
Meet Nicole Jacobi and Ben Bate, co-owners of Ludwig’s German Table in San Jose, California. Both are immigrants: Nicole hails from Germany, Ben from England. They joined forces to open…
Though tax season may not be your favorite time of year, how to save money on your taxes may be a topic that piques your interest. The IRS offers dozens…
There are multiple reasons why any business owner would exhibit at a trade show, but the main goals are typically to increase brand awareness, network with colleagues and potential customers,…
What is a merchant account? A merchant account is a special type of business bank account that allows you to securely accept credit, debit, and other electronic payments. It acts…
Let’s start here: There are four parties involved with every credit card transaction: The role of payment processors and payment gateways differ, yet each is a vital component in accepting…
Although cash is convenient for smaller one-off transactions, using paper money carries a number of hidden costs when you factor in theft, misplaced change, ATM fees, and time spent retrieving…
Though in recent years, the definition of P2P transfers has evolved to describe a new way of exchanging money, goods, and services — one that doesn’t rely on traditional intermediaries…
In fact, eCommerce sales continue to grow year after year. In 2019, sales topped $3.45 billion – a nearly 22 percent increase from 2018.1 Online stores with a social media…