Credit card decline codes are sent to merchants from credit card processors when a transaction is unable to be processed. Each numerical code corresponds to a different reason a transaction may be declined, such as the card in question being reported lost or stolen. Want to know more about how to deal with decline codes or what to do when one comes up? Read our handy guide to credit card decline codes.
When you’re running a business by yourself, however, you’re probably going to be looking for labor-saving conveniences whenever you can get them. Wave, a popular accounting tool for freelancers, now offers integrated credit card processing with its (almost) free-to-use software.
altLINE can factor high-value invoices, but the flexibility allows you to pick and choose what (if any) invoices you want to factor in any given month. The rates are good to reasonable, with minimal nickel and diming.
If you collect payments online, your customers are likely accustomed to using credit or debit cards, PayPal, or even digital wallets. However, some of your customers may be quite open to authorizing a simple bank transfer via the good old ACH Network. How do you compare ACH service providers and choose the best one for your business? Read on!
There are so many processing companies, they all seem to be doing more or less the same thing, and they all have both glowing testimonials and terrible complaints. How are you supposed to choose the best company under these circumstances? Who can you trust? Read on for a look at the best credit card processing companies for small businesses.
Your working capital ratio is a rough estimate of your company’s health, and it’s something you can affect in any number of different ways. In this article, we’ll look at some ways that you can improve your working capital ratio.
The SBA’s definition of regular working capital is that it’s the money used to handle everyday expenses, so it’s essential to any successful business. You must have enough capital on hand to run your daily operations, but you don’t want to leave money just lying around; it’s crucial to invest money back into growing your business, after all.
Working capital loans are one of the most versatile kinds of business loans you can get. Want to find the best working capital loans for small businesses? Read on to learn about your options for short- and long-term working capital, lines of credit, new businesses, & more.
A community navigator model is a strategy used by traditional organizations to reach customers that are generally overlooked. In the case of the SBA, this means connecting with entrepreneurs in underserved segments of the community. Read on to learn whether the SBA’s Community Navigator Program can help prepare your business for better funding opportunities.
The Restaurant Revitalization Fund grant program is now open. The deadline for applying is May 24, 2021, at 8 PM ET, so all interested businesses should apply ASAP.
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