Meredith Wood — December 12, 2017 Follow @fundera — December 12, 2017 stevepb / Pixabay If there’s one thing you’ve learned as a business owner—or even as a functional adult—it’s that your credit score follows you everywhere. Just like your personal credit score measures your personal creditworthiness—determining your ability to qualify to purchase a home … Continue reading 5 Easy Ways to Check Your Business Credit Score for Free
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Eliminate Customers’ Fears When Accepting Credit Cards on Your Website
Choncé Maddox — August 13, 2017 — August 13, 2017 Mediamodifier / Pixabay Shopping online and paying for services right from your computer is very common these days. While some people don’t even think twice about paying with their debit or credit card online, others can be a little cautious especially if the website seems … Continue reading Eliminate Customers’ Fears When Accepting Credit Cards on Your Website
When Is the Right Time to Break the Credit Card Chain? Try Never.
Georg Richter — June 25, 2017 — June 25, 2017 Mediamodifier / Pixabay A cardinal rule when it comes to online subscription sales: Never cancel a subscription order because a payment card transaction fails. Cards are declined for many reasons. They expire, they get stolen, they fall out of back pockets, and, yes, customers often … Continue reading When Is the Right Time to Break the Credit Card Chain? Try Never.
Small Business Credit and B2B Transactions
Jonathan Dyer — December 25, 2016 Follow @jondyer9— December 25, 2016 Assume for a moment that your small business is applying for a line of credit or for a loan. Maybe you’re applying for a business credit card or taking out a small business loan from the SBA or other lenders. Would it surprise you … Continue reading Small Business Credit and B2B Transactions
Offering Consumers the Right Credit Card Can Recapture Lost Revenue
Christina Smith — December 7, 2016 — December 7, 2016 As marketers familiar with challenges faced by banks, we are aware that many financial institutions may be investing in ongoing marketing campaigns targeting cardholders who are simply carrying the wrong credit card. We appreciate the insights uncovered by the J.D. Power “2016 U.S. Credit Card … Continue reading Offering Consumers the Right Credit Card Can Recapture Lost Revenue
Increase Sticky Behavior to Prevent Credit Card Switching
Fred Ulrich — November 9, 2016 — November 9, 2016 Competition among credit cards is becoming increasingly intense. And with the current market offering low introductory offers and rich acquisition incentives, it is becoming harder and harder to retain loyal customers. A 2016 survey conducted by CreditCards.com revealed that 24% of respondents indicated a card … Continue reading Increase Sticky Behavior to Prevent Credit Card Switching
Employee Promotions Turn Employees into Co-Brand Credit Card Advocates
David Wilson — October 28, 2016 — October 28, 2016 When it comes to co-brand credit cards, employees of the co-brand are the ultimate ambassadors to prospects and cardholders, but promoting credit cards is not always a top priority for them. One way to get them enthused is through employee promotions. However, not all promotions … Continue reading Employee Promotions Turn Employees into Co-Brand Credit Card Advocates
How To Accept Credit Card Payments Online: What Are Your Best Options?
by Chase JonesOctober 22, 2016 Choosing a payments processor to accept credit cards can be overwhelming, and with good reason: it is the lifeblood of your ecommerce operation. More than one third of consumers hesitate to shop online because of security concerns. The average business loses a disconcerting 5% of revenues to fraud every year, … Continue reading How To Accept Credit Card Payments Online: What Are Your Best Options?
Ways to Build Your Personal and Small Business Credit Score
by Jay North December 7, 2015 Follow @myfactnetwrkDecember 7, 2015 Many entrepreneurs with poor credit often find it difficult to attract financing for their start-ups. Conventional banks are very strict about credit scores, while small business factoring deals more with your ability to generate future invoices. The following information will help you improve both your … Continue reading Ways to Build Your Personal and Small Business Credit Score
Subtly Tooting Your Own Horn to Get the Credit You Deserve
by Michelle Weidner November 29, 2015November 29, 2015 We all want to believe that hard work speaks for itself—but that isn’t always the case. Sometimes the hardest-working people in an organization unintentionally fly under the radar. If you often find yourself not getting credit for your achievements and successes, perhaps you need these tips to … Continue reading Subtly Tooting Your Own Horn to Get the Credit You Deserve