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As a business you’re constantly on the lookout for ways to reduce your operating costs. It’s only natural — it’s how you’re able to reinvest those savings to drive customer value and remain competitive. Ideally, you’ll also want to take measures to reduce fraud and privacy breaches, given the rising levels of financial scams and…
Group ISO is extremely excited to be exhibiting at this year’s SEMA Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Oct. 31 through Nov. 3, 2017. We’ll be showcasing our payment processing solutions to all the automotive specialty servicers and other industry experts attending. “The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the…
Gift cards have become a staple when it comes to gift-giving. The ease of purchase and use have made gift cards a go-to item for holidays, birthdays and other special occasions. And now, digital gift cards are becoming more popular than ever. First Data recently conducted their 2016 Consumer Insights Study which examines spending trends…
EMV it’s a huge buzz word trending right now and if you’re accepting credit cards at your business, listen up! New policies and changes in the credit card processing industry will affect you. Check out the video below to learn more and remember that Group ISO has EMV ready equipment for your business so that…
Group ISO Merchant services is thrilled to be ranked as a top mobile credit card processor by credit card processing authority, TopCreditCardProcessors.com for the month of December, 2013. In fact, Group ISO has held this prestigious title for 10 months in a row, earning a top 3 spot for the months of March, April, May,…
Your month end Merchant Services statement can be confusing with various fees, surcharges and assessments, making it an extremely difficult and puzzling task to try and keep straight. You may even find yourself looking at an international credit card processing fee and not knowing what it is or even why they’re there. Interchange has many set…
Savvy business owners are always looking for ways save money and reinvest into their operations. Did you know that one of the more overlooked areas in which merchants can find many savings is their merchant account service? Do you know how much you are paying in fees each month for your credit card processing service?…
Group ISO did it again! We are ranked among the top 3 in mobile credit card processing from the payment processing authority, TopCreditCardProcessors.com. We understand that aside from great pricing, merchants are also actively seeking the best solutions to fit their business needs. They want great advanced technology to work with their smart devices and…
Point of sales systems (also referred to as simply, “POS system”) are vital for retail business owners. They go beyond the basic functions of typical cash registers. Usually, POS systems contain features that allow users to add inventory, scan barcodes or select items on touch screens during the check out process, and to process cash…
It’s lunchtime and you decide to swing by your favorite burger join and buy the daily special that you always get. You notice that today they have a milk shake special; now usually you order the same meal each time but the milkshake looks pretty delicious—you decide to buy one anyway. The above is a…
Cash is limiting, period. Let’s take a look at two near identical scenarios but which yield two very different outcomes. Scenario 1: Sean’s Surfboard Shack sells a variety of boards and surf sports gear. Molly comes into the store and finds the perfect surfboard and wetsuit to match. The only problem is, is that Sean…
Before you go out to eat for a special occasion, you’re likely to read online reviews, right? In this case, imagine that you are throwing a family dinner and want to ensure that the food is great and that the restaurant accepts credit cards just in the event someone doesn’t bring cash. So you read…
It’s that time of year again! Summer’s in full swing and that means hot weather and fun in the sun. We are so spoiled to be close to the ocean and we want to take every advantage of it! We are happy to announce that Group ISO and GRO (Non-profit, Girls Riders Organization) will be…
Let’s cut to the chase – why would you EVER want to limit how much money your business earns? If you’re not currently accepting credit cards, then you are doing exactly that! Not everyone carries cash; credit and debit cards have come with many benefits to the consumer and people are taking full advantage of…
Trade shows present business owners a wonderful opportunity to showcase their product or services to other businesses and consumers. In some instances, selling of merchandise at trade shows is permitted (like at some craft shows and art fairs) and opens up the doors to for business exhibitors to generate a lot of sales while marketing…
In order to accept EBT cards (also known as “food stamps”) at your retail food business or farmer’s market, you’ll have to be an authorized SNAP benefits retailer. Once you are one, then you can apply for a merchant account. Before you do apply, make sure to ask the merchant service provider about your need to…
If you’re not accepting international credit cards, you may be losing out on a lot of sales! Did you know BC Card, South Korea’s biggest credit card company, can be used overseas and that Korean tourists using this card spent $2.4 billion in 2009 when visiting the U.S.? JCB, Japans premier credit card, have over…
If you operate a business, you recognize how important it is to keep overhead costs down. This can include anything from electricity in your store/office, rent, employee wages, advertising to insurance and even your merchant account. If you’ve taken a look at you merchant account statement recently, you may have been confused at why you…
“Please press 1 to reach customer service…” “You are now the fifth person in line. Your approximate wait time is 15 minutes.” “Sorry, I couldn’t understand you. Please say or enter your account number now.” Did any of that sound familiar? We hate canned phrases, automated machines and poor customer service! At Group ISO,…
National payment processing company, Group ISO Inc. has joined hands with the non-profit, charitable group, Girls Riders Organization, Inc. (GRO) to create an automated fundraising system utilizing payment transactions. GRO is an established organization working for seven years to empower and mentor females through participation in action sports including skateboarding, snowboarding, surfing and BMX. GRO supports…
This is a very common question that’s brought up when people are shopping around for credit card processing. Let’s break it down so you can make the best-informed decision for your business. Leasing a credit card terminal Some credit card processing companies allow you to lease, or rent, a credit card machine. This allows merchants…
A merchant account is exactly what you need if you own a business and are looking to accept credit cards as a form of payment from your customers. Beyond that, it’s a known truth that accepting credit cards can increase sales because you are not limiting yourself to only cash and check payments! So, you’re…
After a long hiatus, the Taste of Orange County Culinary Festival is back and better than ever! Taking place June 16 – 17, this massive festival celebrates good food, beer, wine, cocktails and music. There will be ample room for the expected 20,000 visitors at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Irvine, where the Taste…
You probably have a stack of loyalty cards in your wallet now or have received many a gift card from your favorite shops. You understand the value of providing your customer base with loyalty cards and offering the option to buy gift cards – creating incentives for repeat customers and new clients! If you own…
Are you a mobile business? Do you own an iPhone, Android-powered phone or a Blackberry? Luckily for you, new advancements in technology have made it easy for mobile business like yours to accept credit card payments on-the-go, seamlessly, with your smartphone. That means you can enjoy low retail swiped rates and a low initial investment…
If you have ever done any kind of shopping, you probably have seen a machine at the check-out counter where you can swipe your credit card to pay for your purchase – this is called a credit card terminal. So what’s a virtual terminal? A virtual terminal (also known as a “payment gateway”) is…
So you’ve finally decided that you want to accept credit cards at your business—congratulations on making a wise decision on expanding your customers’ payment options! You’ve joined the ranks of literally millions of merchants who allow their customers to pay with credit and debit cards! You may be wondering, “is it necessary to open a…
If you’ve stumbled upon this article, you’re probably a savvy business owner looking for information on accepting credits cards with your smart phone. You have made the right first steps in doing your research. Processing credit cards through your smart phone is a fairly new concept but it’s been gaining in popularity, fast. It’s easy, convenient, and…
These days, people expect convenience wherever they go. That includes how they can order food from a restaurant. You’ve probably noticed some big chains allowing their guests to order online and you have more than likely ordered food online, too! You have a restaurant and you don’t want to miss out on a sale just…
Are you a business that’s on-the-go? There are countless of business professionals working in the field such as repairmen, food trucks, plumbers, massage therapists, pet groomers, door-to-door sales, food caterers, you name it. So what happens when you’ve finished the job and your clients pulls out her credit card to pay you? Will you be…
Great, you want to accept credit cards at your business! You’ve joined the ranks of millions of business that are doing this right now! It’s not an easy decision to make when shopping around for best credit card processing/merchant account. Your business is unique and you need to find a solution that works just for…
Congratulations on your new business— it is quite an exciting venture! One piece of the puzzle for your business setup is the credit card processing aspect. You definitely understand the importance of offering credit cards as a form of payment to your customers. So, when should you setup a merchant account? Normally, applying for a…
As a non-profit organization, you offer much-needed services to the public and understand that not everyone has only cash on-hand to pay. In fact, accepting credit cards for purposes of donation collection is extremely popular these days and many non-profits are using this method. In actuality, opening a merchant account for a traditional business and…
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Steady Credit Card Usage Overall credit card volumes during May were flat–up slightly mm because of seasonality and some sector activity. • Mom-and-pop and high-end retailers and sit-down restaurant credit card volumes remained weak; healthcare, quick-serve restaurants and online sales were strongest • Merchant credit card payment transaction costs mostly flat yy, but higher issuers’ credit card fees…
Original article The career of a merchant level salesperson (MLS) in the financial services industry is personally gratifying and financially rewarding. But it can also be challenging. Merchants may be frustrating, interchange can be confusing and competing with larger offices is sometimes overwhelming. Why someone would choose such a demanding career is something only those…
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