Amanda Devos 
Whether it’s your first time looking for one or you’re simply switching providers, applying for a merchant account can be a daunting task. Between choosing an appropriate processor, hunting down your business documents, and waiting a few weeks for a decision, it can take a while. So, what if you’ve done all this only to … Read more
When done manually, invoicing can be a drain on your time and resources, especially as your business grows. Between entering customer details, double-checking prices, and calculating taxes, an invoice can take a while to finalize. Then, there’s the process of actually sending the invoice and following up on late payments. However, AI has unlocked more … Read more
National Processing was once generally well-regarded in the payments industry. It offered transparent, flat-rate pricing, a variety of hardware options, and 24/7 phone support. It also accepted both low- and high-risk businesses, such as those in pharmaceuticals, gaming, tobacco, vape, and firearms. But in November 2025, National Processing rebranded as pmtbox. And in April 2026, … Read more
A solopreneur and a business with 100 employees might both fit the definition of a small or medium-sized business (SMB), but their needs couldn’t be more different, and accounting is one area where this becomes glaringly obvious as you grow. There’s no universal definition of a “medium-sized business,” with much of it coming down to … Read more
While it’s not the most widely-used payment processor on the market, Payline Data generally receives positive reviews from businesses. Payline’s willingness to work with merchants operating in high-risk industries, its competitive interchange-plus pricing model, and its reliable customer support team all contribute to its strong reputation. But despite its benefits, there are still some reasons … Read more
Lately, Rillet has been making a lot of waves across accounting, and for good reason. It’s a powerful, AI-native ERP that uses agents within the ledger to generate journal entries and schedules, streamlining month-end close. Plus, it can automate AP and AR management, perform bank reconciliations, and work with complex revenue recognition models, with multi-entity … Read more
When you’re counting on spreadsheets to manage invoice due dates, approvals, and payment methods, it gets complicated fast, and you’re pretty much guaranteeing that something will eventually fall through the cracks. It’s worth investing in a dedicated bill pay platform that both tracks payments and sends them out, a couple of popular options being Forwardly … Read more
It’s easy to get confused by your merchant statement, especially if you’re just starting out. And if you ignore the parts you’re not sure of, you could be missing out on valuable data. What if your payment processor is overcharging you? If you gloss over the parts of the statement that don’t make sense, you … Read more
AI is increasingly being used to make accounting simpler for firms and businesses. While the tech was initially limited to AI assistants that answer simple questions based on the limited data they’re trained on, newer AI agents go far beyond this, reasoning and making decisions on their own without requiring humans. But while there’s a … Read more
Your business might be profitable on paper, but if you don’t have enough cash on hand to pay your suppliers, you’re going to wind up in a tight spot. There are healthy cash management practices that every business can follow to keep a strong cash flow, like strategically utilizing credit or speeding up payment collection. … Read more
Payment gateways and payment processors might sound similar, but each plays a distinct role in the payment collection process. If you’re collecting card payments from customers, you already have both systems in place, even if you’re unaware of it. Here’s what you need to know. Bottom Line Up Front If you want the short version, … Read more
If your marketing agency is shopping around for a new bill pay tool, you shouldn’t overlook the unique quirks of the industry. For example, you might need to pay international contractors or freelancers, so you need global payment options. Or maybe you like using credit for cash flow management. The best platforms will let you … Read more
Many e-commerce sellers use Merchant One for credit card processing without any issue. However, others find that the company’s fee transparency is lacking, and the costs often run higher than intended. Even though the site lists out qualifying rates and monthly fees, the fine print states that your merchant processing agreement overrides the published rates, … Read more
A credit card is often a business owner’s payment method of choice. You can save money with generous points and cashback rewards, and they offer distinct advantages for your overall cash flow strategy, like float — the time between making a purchase and the funds leaving your bank account. Also, paying with a card is … Read more
If you’ve been using Gravity Payments for a while but are looking to switch to a different processor, you’re not alone. While it works for many small business owners, you may encounter hiccups that prompt you to seek another solution. Gravity Payments’s integrations are limited and complex, its pricing transparency is lacking (particularly for online … Read more
Magento has been a mainstay in e-commerce for a long time. Whether you’ve been around since before Magento Commerce rebranded to Adobe Commerce, use Magento Open Source, or are new to the platform entirely, you’re in good company — particularly with larger enterprises desiring personalization and scalability. But the choice of storefront is only one … Read more