Even though we’re only just approaching the midway mark of October, many Canadians are already gearing up for the holiday season. In our last blog, we pointed out that the gearing up process includes using credit cards to pay for holiday shopping purchases. Among the reasons shoppers prefer using credit cards are flexible payments, reward […]
As we approach the middle of October, holiday shopping is becoming a topic of discussion for many Canadians. Yes, the holiday season isn’t quite here yet. However, for many consumers, it’s never too early to get the jump on the busiest shopping season of the year. It’s important for business owners to keep this in […]
In our last blog, we highlighted the fact that your company can enjoy many benefits by accepting credit cards. Among them are the perceived legitimacy of your business as well as its ability to encourage impulse buys and enjoy a boost in cash flow. It’s important to note that, by accepting credit cards in your […]
By today’s standards, credit cards are nothing revolutionary. Consumers have been using them for decades. However, in today’s world, credit cards are considered more than just payment method options. They’re practically mandatory tools for shopping. If your business doesn’t accept credit cards, you don’t give it much of an opportunity to succeed in the modern […]
The term “Interac” is a very popular one in Canada. It’s the company that essentially ushered in the era of the debit card. Today, “Interac” is synonymous with “debit card” although the company offers numerous services such as e-transfers. “Whether buying your morning coffee, paying back a friend or evolving your business payment system, Interac […]
The answer to the question posed by today’s blog isn’t an easy one to land on. In truth, it all depends on the person and his/her spending habits and needs. At the end of the day, if you can be approved for several credit cards, you are totally at liberty to have them. However, it’s […]
Since the pandemic began to wage war on society, back in March of 2020, we’ve become a lot less touchy-feely. Gone are the days when we could take the handshake for granted as a traditional greeting between two people. Instead, we’re constantly washing or sanitizing our hands and making sure to keep our distance from […]
In our last blog, we took a look at three major reasons your customers prefer to pay for their purchases with credit cards. We listed the building of credit scores, the ability to track spending and the opportunity to stay safe from theft as those reasons. Of course, those are far from the only reasons […]
There is no question that you’ve noticed most of the transactions in your store are done with credit cards. Or haven’t you? If you’re not yet accepting credit cards as methods of payment, you are undeniably missing out on a huge amount of revenue. Canadians don’t just enjoy paying for purchases with credit cards, they […]
In our last blog, we detailed why credit card use is beneficial for consumers. We listed the building of one’s credit history, accumulating reward points and getting additional coverage on purchases as top draws. As a business owner, you stand to greatly benefit from accepting credit cards in your store. There are numerous advantages! It […]