Paypal vs. Merchant Account

Comparing Business Cash Advance Loans: 5 Helpful Tips to Look For and Avoid
Written by: Scott Burke | Distributed: 2008-03-06 | Word Count: 615 | Page Views: 3748 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 1.00
Merchant cash advances, also referred to as 'business cash advances' are a resourceful, excellent alternative to conventional small business loans - without the hassle. And because of the power of the Internet, merchant business cash advances are quite easy and convenient.

Have You Been Told Your Business Is High Risk?
Written by: Scott Burke | Distributed: 2008-02-05 | Word Count: 584 | Page Views: 3053 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 1.67
As a business owner you may have already been told that your business is high risk or worse yet you may have had your merchant account shut down or cancelled. It's common practice for banks and credit card processors to close accounts that are deemed "high risk".

Accepting Credit Cards - Positives vs. Negatives
Written by: Scott Burke | Distributed: 2008-01-29 | Word Count: 1665 | Page Views: 5489 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.67
Today there are hundreds of thousands of small and medium size businesses in this country that take orders via credit cards. In addition, every day in this country, there are hundreds of companies entering the world of e-commerce. They come from many industries including retail, internet, mail order, home based businesses, B2B, professional services, wholesale and mobile businesses. In many cases they are "taking the plunge" to accept credit and debit cards for the first time. Some are successful and some are not. As with any other business venture, the companies that do their homework typically have a better chance at being successful.

Avoiding Merchant Account Chargebacks
Written by: Scott Burke | Distributed: 2008-01-22 | Word Count: 1987 | Page Views: 5897 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 1.83
A chargeback is a transaction that an Issuer returns to a merchant bank and most often, to the merchant - as a financial liability. In essence, it reverses a sales transaction, as follows:

Internet Fraud
Written by: Scott Burke | Distributed: 2008-01-15 | Word Count: 500 | Page Views: 4255 | Votes: 22 | Rating: 2.50
Taking transactions over the Internet can be profitable but it can also bankrupt a small business. Accepting online transactions means accepting additional responsibilities as a merchant. These responsibilities include knowing and understanding your risk exposure and your liabilities.

How Accepting Credit Cards Can Increase Sales And Revenue
Written by: Scott Burke | Distributed: 2008-01-01 | Word Count: 486 | Page Views: 5787 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 0.73
Accepting credit cards is becoming a must for entrepreneurs and small businesses in today's business environment. There are numerous social, demographic and technological factors combining to make plastic the payment form of choice for increasing numbers of people.

Curious Employee Foils Corporate Credit Card Fraud Scam
Written by: Scott Burke | Distributed: 2007-12-25 | Word Count: 1411 | Page Views: 4934 | Votes: 16 | Rating: 2.44
MOLLY, THE ASSISTANT, Molly treasurer at XYZ Corp. in Miami, opened an e-mail from a former colleague who no longer worked for the organization. The e-mail read: "Hi Molly, there should be a refund of $716 on my old corporate Visa card from the IP Conference. I paid for, but did not attend, the conference and did not turn in the charge to XYZ for reimbursement. Can you have Visa issue a refund check to me? Thanks very much for your help."

Understanding Credit Card Transaction Fees
Written by: Scott Burke | Distributed: 2007-12-18 | Word Count: 813 | Page Views: 8263 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 1.63
Q: I'm starting a new business and want to accept credit cards. It seems that all the credit card processors charge a lot of fees for each transaction. What are these fees?

9 Ways to Reduce Chargebacks and Fraud
Written by: Scott Burke | Distributed: 2007-12-11 | Word Count: 1029 | Page Views: 5251 | Votes: 18 | Rating: 2.83
Merchant concern about online credit card fraud and chargebacks is rising at a significant rate. According to the 2001 Online Fraud Report, conducted by Mindwave Research, it revealed that, "41% of merchants say the issue of online credit card fraud is 'very serious' to their business." As e-commerce continues to flourish the number of instances of credit card fraud and chargebacks will continue to mount higher.

Credit Card Growth
Written by: Scott Burke | Distributed: 2006-07-05 | Word Count: 384 | Page Views: 6528 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.09
Industries that expand at such a rapid rate often are vulnerable to fraud schemes devised by those seeking to capitalize on newfound criminal opportunities, dated security measures, and outdated laws. The credit card sector is no exception.

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How Important Is Wikipedia In The Grand Scheme Of Things?
Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2013-07-09 | Word Count: 1613 | Page Views: 9097 | Votes: 29 | Rating: 2.55
Wikipedia is the center of the online encyclopedia universe. Millions of entries on every conceivable topic makes this website an authority source that many young students and adults turn to from all corners of the globe.

Gaming Laptops - The Last Thing You Should Check Before You Buy One
Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2011-09-13 | Word Count: 725 | Page Views: 7170 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 0.63
If you're considering buying a gaming laptop, there are many features you must check out before you buy. But there is no last thing you must check before buying. Find out exactly what this is...

Why Have Online Fax Services Become So Popular?
Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2011-06-27 | Word Count: 695 | Page Views: 6083 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 0.60
Why have Internet or online fax services become so popular in the modern workplace? Here are five or six reasons which not only explains its popularity, but also gives you some good reasons why you or your company should be using online fax.

Build a Six-Figure Affiliate Business - Starting Right Now!
Written by: Marcus Blalock | Distributed: 2011-06-24 | Word Count: 565 | Page Views: 5649 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 0.25
Affiliate marketing is a great way to make money by simply repeating the same processes and work strategies. .

Internet Fax Services - Which One Is Right For You?
Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2010-02-11 | Word Count: 878 | Page Views: 4856 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 0.50
Internet fax services are becoming very popular with companies and home business owners. But which one is right for you or your business? Read this informative article to find out...

How The Internet Has Changed The World...
Written by: Braxton Heitz | Distributed: 2009-11-10 | Word Count: 1379 | Page Views: 9199 | Votes: 17 | Rating: 2.29
As most of us sit down at our computers each day, we might realize that we have begun to take this Information Age for granted. What would we do if we did not have 24/7 Internet connections to keep us connected to the world?

How Online Marketing Consultants Can Supercharge Your Sales
Written by: Paul Marshall | Distributed: 2009-11-06 | Word Count: 891 | Page Views: 4113 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.00
Starting an online business, we all need to spend our money carefully, often doing the work ourselves. But getting the help and advice of Online Marketing Consultants could actually save us money, by avoiding costly mistakes and becoming profitable much faster. We understand the reasons people should buy what we are selling. But can we successfully explain that to our website visitors in convincing language they relate to, instead of jargon and lingo related to our industry?

Don't Destroy Your Online Marketing Results with Bad Website Design
Written by: Paul Marshall | Distributed: 2009-11-03 | Word Count: 1111 | Page Views: 4227 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.55
Many online marketing consulting firms look at SEO and search engine advertising in a vacuum. They don't consider the big picture. The idea behind all search engine marketing is increased revenue. That requires conversions, not just more traffic. And certain website design problems can kill your conversions!

A Simple Guide To Online Fax
Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2009-07-28 | Word Count: 615 | Page Views: 4394 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.33
Online or Internet faxing has become extremely popular in recent years. Here's a simple guide to this new way of faxing...

Internet Telephone Calls: VoIP Basics
Written by: Nermine Shaker | Distributed: 2009-07-08 | Word Count: 944 | Page Views: 5234 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.20
You've seen the commercials and read the news advertisements for telephone service using your computer: very cheap monthly fees; make all the calls you want; keep your telephone number forever; and voice quality as good as a landline. You've heard the claims and you've heard the term "VoIP." Here's the scoop.

Break Your Search Engines Habits To Get Better Information
Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2008-08-06 | Word Count: 1475 | Page Views: 11716 | Votes: 23 | Rating: 2.26
Many online searchers get stuck in a rut, by focusing all of their attention on only one or two search engines. But for the person willing to expand his or her search horizons, new and sometimes better information can be found by using some of the alternative search engines available on the internet today.

How The Internet Has Changed The World...
Written by: Braxton Heitz | Distributed: 2009-11-10 | Word Count: 1379 | Page Views: 9199 | Votes: 17 | Rating: 2.29
As most of us sit down at our computers each day, we might realize that we have begun to take this Information Age for granted. What would we do if we did not have 24/7 Internet connections to keep us connected to the world?

How Important Is Wikipedia In The Grand Scheme Of Things?
Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2013-07-09 | Word Count: 1613 | Page Views: 9097 | Votes: 29 | Rating: 2.55
Wikipedia is the center of the online encyclopedia universe. Millions of entries on every conceivable topic makes this website an authority source that many young students and adults turn to from all corners of the globe.

Gaming Laptops - The Last Thing You Should Check Before You Buy One
Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2011-09-13 | Word Count: 725 | Page Views: 7170 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 0.63
If you're considering buying a gaming laptop, there are many features you must check out before you buy. But there is no last thing you must check before buying. Find out exactly what this is...

Web Marketing 2.0
Written by: Kim Roach | Distributed: 2006-10-10 | Word Count: 1645 | Page Views: 6749 | Votes: 16 | Rating: 2.50
If you're like me, then you are probably tired of hearing the word Web 2.0 passed around the net like a buzz word on steroids. Google alone currently shows 126,000,000 results for the search term "web 2.0" at the time of this writing. However, although this term may be overblown, it does have significant influence on the current changes taking place on the Internet. Most importantly, it has many implications for the online marketer.

Creating Your Own Online Radio Station
Written by: Kim Roach | Distributed: 2006-11-27 | Word Count: 1138 | Page Views: 6633 | Votes: 23 | Rating: 1.91
Podcasting has leveled the playing field for people around the world. With just a few tools, you can quickly and easily set up your own talk show on the topic of your choice. All you need is a computer, a microphone, and a passion to share your knowledge with others.

Exploring Domain Expired Name Register To Find Best Domain Names
Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2007-11-29 | Word Count: 511 | Page Views: 6629 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.56
Before dealing with expired domains, you will need to learn and understand how you can use a domain expired name register to find the best and profitable domain names. A domain expired name register is a powerful tool that helps you in searching for the most meaningful expired domain names. It will also make the process of finding such names easier and flexible.

The Life or Death of Your Dream - Forums Can Make The Difference!
Written by: Al Smith | Distributed: 2004-05-13 | Word Count: 0 | Page Views: 6524 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 0.50
Do you use online Forum areas for enjoyment, entertainment, business, relationships, . . . For your goals program? Are you stuck somewhere on a plateau; you have achieved some good things, but can’t seem to get past your present situation for some reason?

Voip Is It Better Than Traditional 'Copper Wire' Telecommunications?
Written by: Gavin Lively | Distributed: 2008-01-16 | Word Count: 821 | Page Views: 6522 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 0.56
VoIP still has a ways to go before it dominates the telecommunications industry. When it is good, it is the best thing available to subscribers. The problem is that it is not always good when it is delivered via the public internet as it's backbone (something Simply Bits of Tucson AZ has eliminated).

Meeting a Girl Online
Written by: Arnold Kligermann | Distributed: 2007-03-07 | Word Count: 1109 | Page Views: 6497 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.60
The first question you ask is Why would I want to meet a girl online? Why try to meet girls online when you can spot a chick you like, approach her, start talking - and actually get a date?

Authors - Publishers Avoid Internet Scams
Written by: Bob Miller | Distributed: 2007-08-01 | Word Count: 391 | Page Views: 3456 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 3.00
Bob Miller reports that he received an email and telephone call from a person claiming to represent a venture capital organization that had a strong interest in investing in his company.

Web 2.0 - or is it more like Web 16.0?
Written by: Julian Stone and Peter Hodge | Distributed: 2007-10-04 | Word Count: 2568 | Page Views: 3942 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.00
With people generating many new phrases and terms in modern technology, it has become hard to keep up with what they all mean. One of the most commonly used terms on the world wide web (www) today is the phrase 'Web2.0'.

Should Your Company Use Internet Fax?
Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2008-04-23 | Word Count: 797 | Page Views: 4640 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.00
In the modern workplace the traditional fax machine is being replaced by Internet Fax. Is this a good business move? Should your company use Internet Fax? Read this article to find out...

The Web of Tomorrow
Written by: Jason OConnor | Distributed: 2007-02-01 | Word Count: 1885 | Page Views: 5461 | Votes: 16 | Rating: 2.81
By looking at the trends of today we can begin to develop a image of what the Web of the future will look like. I believe the Web will improve and grow in a way that will dwarf its present existence and will improve and enrich everyone's lives way beyond what we can imagine today.

Becoming a Power Player with Online Game Sites
Written by: T.C. Gaity | Distributed: 2008-04-17 | Word Count: 1057 | Page Views: 5542 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.63
By participating in various online game sites on the web today, it is easy to build various skill sets, network with other online gamers, and win some great prizes. Online game sites have evolved from simple card games and picture contests to full-fledged casino-style games, tournaments, and competitions. More and more online game websites now feature interactive platforms for word games, puzzles, unique prize drawings, and even company-sponsored contests for terrific prizes.

Meeting a Girl Online
Written by: Arnold Kligermann | Distributed: 2007-03-07 | Word Count: 1109 | Page Views: 6497 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.60
The first question you ask is Why would I want to meet a girl online? Why try to meet girls online when you can spot a chick you like, approach her, start talking - and actually get a date?

New Internet Marketing Tools
Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2008-04-01 | Word Count: 1288 | Page Views: 4920 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.57
New Internet marketing tools are coming online each and every day. Are you taking advantage of these marketing tools or are you losing your online competitiveness because you're not using them? Read more....

Exploring Domain Expired Name Register To Find Best Domain Names
Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2007-11-29 | Word Count: 511 | Page Views: 6629 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.56
Before dealing with expired domains, you will need to learn and understand how you can use a domain expired name register to find the best and profitable domain names. A domain expired name register is a powerful tool that helps you in searching for the most meaningful expired domain names. It will also make the process of finding such names easier and flexible.

Multiple Uses Of An Expired Domain Name
Written by: John Khu | Distributed: 2007-12-13 | Word Count: 521 | Page Views: 4386 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.56
An expired domain name could be very precious and invaluable, as it has had a considerable amount of time and effort spent on advertising and promoting it over the web. The combined effect of time and effort gives you a host of benefits and advantages, as soon as you register a particular expired domain name.

Email Marketing Formula, The Beginning - Get Your Emails Read
Written by: Kimberly Clay | Distributed: 2008-03-19 | Word Count: 766 | Page Views: 5051 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.56
Is your email marketing campaign not as effective as you'd like? Here's what I do for about 90 percent of the email messages I receive: Delete, Delete, Delete... Some days it's so bad, I think my finger's going to get jammed from pressing the "Delete" button so much.