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Flexible loans for small businesses: iZettle Cash Advance

iZettle Advance is a quick and easy funding option when iZettle merchants need it, without a complicated application.

Ben Taylor2021-11-26T13:55:31+00:00Published: March 21st, 2018|Tags: Zettle|
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Takepayments Virtual Terminal review: decent phone payments, with limitations

Phone payments through Takepayments is not for everyone. We tested it and review fees, features and service - here's what to consider.

Emily Sorensen2021-10-25T04:31:17+01:00Published: April 2nd, 2021|Tags: Phone Payments, Takepayments|
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Payleven review – convenient chip and PIN card reader

Payleven allows you to use a smartphone or tablet to accept card payments. No monthly fees, but what’s the catch? Read the full review here!

Oliver Wastie2021-10-25T04:28:37+01:00Published: May 11th, 2016|Tags: Chip and PIN, Payleven|
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SumUp Virtual Terminal review: over-the-phone payments from any device

SumUp payments over the phone are easy as pie, but maybe not as suitable as a primary solution as other virtual terminals.

Emily Sorensen2021-10-25T04:26:19+01:00Published: June 15th, 2020|Tags: Phone Payments, SumUp|
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Lightspeed Retail EPOS review: advanced inventory-first system

Versatile and advanced, Lightspeed Retail POS is efficient for stock and sales alike. What should SME retailers know about the service?

Emily Sorensen2021-10-25T04:23:39+01:00Published: April 1st, 2019|Tags: EPOS, Lightspeed, Retail POS|
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Is Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) destined to grow in store?

What are the signs that Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) is growing in store as opposed to online? We look at the recent trends and till solutions.

Emily Sorensen2021-10-22T19:55:06+01:00Published: October 22nd, 2021|
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PayPal Virtual Terminal review: a complicated price for phone payments

PayPal Virtual Terminal is easy to use for phone payments. The fees are high for small businesses - is the service worth it?

Emily Sorensen2021-10-20T08:19:25+01:00Published: June 12th, 2020|Tags: PayPal UK, Phone Payments|
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Holvi account review: basic business banking that can sort your taxes

Holvi UK has some limitations, but the accountant and invoicing could make up for it. We tested the service to review fees, app and business account features.

Emily Sorensen2021-10-20T08:17:00+01:00Published: July 19th, 2020|
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Payzone review: terminals with least commitment and add-ons to sell

Payzone card machines have 12-month contracts, and add-on services are good for small shops. But what about costs and customer support?

Emily Sorensen2021-10-19T13:22:12+01:00Published: March 7th, 2019|
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iZettle Go app review: how far can the POS system go?

What is iZettle Go and do you get enough POS features, considering it is free? We dig into its possibilities and limitations.

Emily Sorensen2021-10-15T09:55:20+01:00Published: March 3rd, 2020|Tags: EPOS, Restaurant POS, Retail POS, Zettle|
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PayPal Business review: online payments platform with e-account

The PayPal Business account offers a lot of payment and merchant tools, but do the fees justify the service? Is it the be-all of online payments?

Emily Sorensen2021-10-15T04:18:24+01:00Published: March 15th, 2021|Tags: Money Transfers, PayPal UK|
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PayPal vs. Square Virtual Terminal: which is best for a small business?

Is PayPal or Square Virtual Terminal best for small businesses? Compare features, costs and service of these popular phone payment solutions.

Emily Sorensen2021-08-31T20:00:08+01:00Published: August 31st, 2021|Tags: PayPal UK, Phone Payments, Square UK|
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