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Clearent by Xplor Blog: Merchants

Merchants

December 01 2023

4 min read

Food Trucks Go Mobile: How Mobile Payment Solutions Are Changing the Game

by Clearent by Xplor

The mobile food industry, spearheaded by the food truck scene, has seen a remarkable surge in popularity. It’s a revolution on wheels, bringing gourmet flavors and diverse cuisines to the streets. This culinary trend isn’t just about food; it’s about culture, convenience, and community.

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Merchants

March 31 2020

2 min read

Inject Cash Flow into Your Business with Gift Cards

by Clearent by Xplor

From retail stores to restaurants, gift cards are one of the best ways to quickly inject cash flow into your business. They’re also one of the top ways to drive loyalty.

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Merchants

July 01 2019

4 min read

Tips for Selling Cash Discounting and Surcharging

by John Shipley

The concept of passing on the cost of processing to the consumer can be daunting. Trying to educate a merchant about the benefits of these programs can be difficult, especially if both the merchant and the sales representative are relatively new to these concepts.

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Merchants

March 29 2018

2 min read

Cash Discount Programs Reduce Processing Costs

by Clearent by Xplor

The topic of cash discounts and surcharges can make your head spin, as they are subject to many specific laws and rules. So, what is a cash discount and is it the same thing as a surcharge?

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Merchants

March 01 2016

4 min read

How to Spot Padded Credit Card Fees

by Clearent by Xplor

You must educate yourself on basic interchange costs with a concentration in the four most common types of pass through fees: APF/NABU, assessments, kilobyte, and the Processor/Acquirer Fee. The key is to identify the actual cost for each of these items.

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Merchants

May 16 2013

3 min read

Tablet-Based Mobile Credit Card Processing

by Clearent by Xplor

It’s no secret that the credit card processing industry is evolving fast. From online credit card processing services to mobile credit card processing, new products and trends are transforming the way consumers pay for their purchases.

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Merchants

November 08 2012

3 min read

Acronyms and the World of Business Credit Card Processing

by Clearent by Xplor

Lately I’ve received several questions regarding industry acronyms. That’s why I’d like to clarify their meaning and help eliminate any confusion. After all, there is no dictionary that focuses solely on terms used in business credit card processing.

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