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				<title>Financial Concerns With A Home Business</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2007 06:14:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>home business owners</category><category>home based business ideas</category><category>track transactions</category><category>customer transactions</category><category>financial matters</category><category>operating costs</category><category>business owner</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/financial-concerns-with-a-home-business</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Part of running a home business is taking care of financial matters. When a person works for someone else the only financial matters they usually worry about is their own paycheck. With a home business, though, all the financial matters rest on the business owners head and it is the business owner]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Part of running a home business is taking care of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/financial+matters" rel="tag">financial matters</a>. When a person works for someone else the only financial matters they usually worry about is their own paycheck. With a home business, though, all the financial matters rest on the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+owner" rel="tag">business owner</a>s head and it is the business owner who is responsible for making sure they are managed and under control. <br /><br /> Financial matters are going to include paying employees, handling customers transactions, shipping costs and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/operating+costs" rel="tag">operating costs</a>. <br /><br /> Many home businesses do not have employees. If this is the case then this is not a big concern. However, if the home business does have employees then the best option is to go through a payroll company to have the employees pay handled.  This will just make it so much easier to manage and help to avoid a lot of liabilities that can be associated with payroll matters. <br /><br /> Customers transactions are the bread and butter of the business. as such, they need to be handled carefully. There are many ways to mange <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/customer+transactions" rel="tag">customer transactions</a>, but the easiest is to use automated software built into the business website. This will <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/track+transactions" rel="tag">track transactions</a> and handle all of the billing needs of the business. <br /><br /> Lastly, is operating costs. This is the one area that will remain largely with the business owner. The business owner needs to make a budget and stick to it. They should catalog all operating costs and make sure they are within the budget. The key is to keep records and to maintain those records. <br /><br /> The financial aspect of a home business is something that many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/home+business+owners" rel="tag">home business owners</a> never stop to clearly think about. They may figure they can handle it as it comes up, but it is smart to be prepared because messing up financially with business matters could spell trouble for the business. <br /><br /> Copyright =A9 Wonder Nyatanga   <bio>To find the best <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/home+based+business+ideas" rel="tag">home based business ideas</a> and opportunities so you can work at home visit: <a href="http://www.ProfitEnaires.com" >http://www.ProfitEnaires.com</a>   </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Point Of Sale Software</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 13 Aug 2006 08:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>point of sale software</category><category>cash registers</category><category>point of sale</category><category>business transactions</category><category>business owner</category><category>business establishments</category><category>business establishment</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/point-of-sale-software</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The ever-increasing business transactions have made the process of conducting business more complicated than ever. The complexity of business transactions being conducted daily has encouraged entrepreneurs to look at other options for monitoring their business.  Owners have started to realize that]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The ever-increasing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+transactions" rel="tag">business transactions</a> have made the process of conducting business more complicated than ever. The complexity of business transactions being conducted daily has encouraged entrepreneurs to look at other options for monitoring their business. <br /><br /> Owners have started to realize that almost all kinds of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+establishments" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+establishment" rel="tag">business establishment</a>s</a>, from retail, food chain to services should be monitored properly. They used to rely on manual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cash+registers" rel="tag">cash registers</a> to monitor the products being sold, the cash rendered as well as the inventory of the items they have. <br /><br /> While such cash registers seemed to be helping the cashiers and the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+owner" rel="tag">business owner</a> monitor the exact money on hand at the end of the business day, the cash registers were also used to monitor the number of commodities being sold everyday thus giving the owners a chance to decide the extent of their inventory. <br /><br /> However, as transactions become more complicated, business establishments acknowledge the need for more sophisticated machines to monitor the gains and losses of the company, the total sales as well as the type of items in the inventory that are already depleted. <br /><br /> A <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/point+of+sale+software" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/point+of+sale" rel="tag">point of sale</a> software</a> has proven very useful for such purpose and for monitoring other transactions. With a point of sale software, any business owner can monitor almost all transactions conducted by his staff in the process of operating the business. <br /><br /> The ability of the point of sale software to monitor important business transactions has proven helpful in determining whether the business is gaining or not. A point of sale software offers an advanced system of monitoring the profits being made by the business for every product that is sold. It also keeps track of the past and the present pricing scheme of the business establishment and this enable the owner to monitor the profit margin achieved for every product. <br /><br /> A point of sale software allows the business owner to determine which among his product lines are in demand and which are taking too long to sell. This will give the entrepreneur an idea of what products to purchase to attain his sales target. <br /><br /> You can easily recognize an establishment with a point of sale software aside from the highly technical machines being used by their cashiers or sales personnel. Most of the establishments today make use of barcodes to easily scan the price and the number of items being sold. The barcodes allow the establishment to make necessary price adjustments just by changing some programs in the point of sale software. <br /><br /> The point of sales software also plays a great part in the marketing system of every establishment by allowing them to monitor the contact details of their customers, the preferences of the said customers and their regular purchases.  <bio>The author is a regular contributor to <a href="http://www.bestposreviews.com" >http://www.bestposreviews.com</a> where more information about point of sale software is available. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Problems With Sale By Owner Transactions</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2007 08:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>transactions</category><category>making sure that</category><category>this means that</category><category>hdb rental</category><category>level of stress</category><category>hurry up</category><category>buyers and sellers</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/problems-with-sale-by-owner-transactions</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Although there are many benefits of for sale by owner transactions, there are also some downfalls that you will want to keep in mind. But remember, even when dealing with an agent there are some bad things that you are going to be up against. Just because there are some negatives of for sale by]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Although there are many benefits of for sale by owner <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/transactions" rel="tag">transactions</a>, there are also some downfalls that you will want to keep in mind. But remember, even when dealing with an agent there are some bad things that you are going to be up against. Just because there are some negatives of for sale by owner transactions does not mean that you should stay away. It simply means that you should take the time to learn what you are up against. <br /><br /> The biggest known downfall of for sale by owner transactions is that you will be responsible for all the details that are involved. When you are working with an agent they will be on your side from start to finish. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/this+means+that" rel="tag">This means that</a> you never have to field phone calls, walk people through your home, or answer any questions. But when you are selling by owner, these are all things that you are now responsible for. If you do not have any problems taking on these tasks, and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/making+sure+that" rel="tag">making sure that</a> they are done right, this will not be a bad thing for you. <br /><br /> As you can imagine, dealing with problem buyers is also something that can make for sale by owner transactions go sour in a hurry. An agent has experience working with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/buyers+and+sellers" rel="tag">buyers and sellers</a> so they know what it takes to facilitate a deal. But what would you do if somebody began to give you a hard time? Would you know how to get around this, or would you be stuck getting in an argument? As you can imagine, there are people out there who want to do nothing more than argue. And in a real estate transaction, there are plenty of details that can be argued about time and time again. <br /><br /> Overall, there are some problems with for sale by owner transactions. This does not mean that you should run from them, or that you should <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hurry+up" rel="tag">hurry up</a> and hire and agent. What it does mean is that you should be familiar with these possible issues. When you are ready for anything that could come up, you will be in a much better chance of selling your home without a high <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/level+of+stress" rel="tag">level of stress</a>. <br /><br /> For <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hdb+rental" rel="tag">HDB Rental</a> units in Singapore visit <a href="http://www.rentinsingapore.com/browse/all/all/all" >http://www.rentinsingapore.com/browse/all/all/all</a>   <bio>Kim Lee writes for Singapore rental portal <a href="http://www.RentInSingapore.com" >http://www.RentInSingapore.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Understanding Accounting Vocabulary</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Oct 2006 22:27:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>accounting system</category><category>accounting concepts</category><category>blanco blanco</category><category>spanish word</category><category>business activities</category><category>pneumatic nail gun</category><category>brainstorm</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/understanding-accounting-vocabulary</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The following article is an excerpt from the free online course "Using Finance and Accounting in Your Small Business".  When you learn something new like accounting concepts and terms, it helps to create links between what you know and what you are trying to learn. In some ways, it is like learning a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The following article is an excerpt from the free online course "Using Finance and Accounting in Your Small Business". <br /><br /> When you learn something new like <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounting+concepts" rel="tag">accounting concepts</a> and terms, it helps to create links between what you know and what you are trying to learn. In some ways, it is like learning a second language and decoding the new word is part of the learning process. For example, trying to translate the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spanish+word" rel="tag">Spanish word</a> necesario you might <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/brainstorm" rel="tag">brainstorm</a> with necessary - and you would be right. How about blanco? Blanco is like blank which is like white. So, blanco is Spanish for the color white. <br /><br /> Try to make some logical connections about the accounting vocabulary. Take the word - accounting - and think about it. Really, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounting+system" rel="tag">accounting system</a> is a basic counting of what goes on in your business. <br /><br /> Let's move on to transactions. Transactions are the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+activities" rel="tag">business activities</a>, or actions, that build day by day and become your expenses and income. Try to think about the term - transactions. Actions are business activities, and trans means across or thru. These are the basic building blocks of an accounting system. Transactions are to accounting like what raw materials are to a factory, or gasoline is to your engine - the transactions are real and how your accounting system handles them impacts your business. <br /><br /> You must keep a record of your transactions to know how much money your business earned and how much money your business spent. Sounds obvious, right? Ask your bookkeeper or accountant how obvious some transactions are. It can get tricky quickly if you are not clear about what happened in the transaction and how you want it recorded. <br /><br /> For example, if you were a carpenter you might pay cash for a bucket of nails to assemble hand made wooden deck chairs. The nail purchase is a transaction and will have to be counted as a business expense. In your workshop, you then assemble the chair using a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pneumatic+nail+gun" rel="tag">pneumatic nail gun</a>, sand paper, stain and varnish. The next day you deliver the chair to a customer in a neighboring town. You hand the customer a sales slip and they then write you a check. That, too, is a transaction. It is easy to see the transactions when money is spent or received. Did you, however, see the other transactions? <br /><br /> The stain and varnish, nail gun use and chair parts were also part of the transaction. What about the gasoline and truck used to deliver the chair? Did you have any left over nails or did you use them all? Maybe there is a little life left in the sand paper but it is not new anymore, is it? If we do not account for those costs we are missing a piece of the picture-an important piece-that could affect how much money you have at the end of the year. <br /><br /> In all your business activities, try to think in terms of transactions because once you can identify what transactions occur in your business, you will be able to organize them into a meaningful manner. Right now, take a minute to list what transactions occur in your business each day, week and year. Always thinking in terms of transactions might seem miserly, but it is important to be cost-conscious and honest with yourself about all your transactions. Your success in business depends upon it. <br /><br /> Some transactions are initiated by customers and suppliers. Other transactions can take place inside your business or back office. The bookkeeping department creates transactions when they adjust your books for year-end considerations like machinery depreciation or inventory shrinkage. <br /><br /> What is depreciation? Let's say you bought a brand new car, a 2006 Professor Now Coupe, and you spend $27,500 on this new car. Next year the car has some dings on the doors, wear on the tires, stains on the seats and 20,000 miles on the engine. You know your car is not worth $27,500 anymore. This means your car has lost value or depreciated. <br /><br /> When it comes to business owned equipment, you can deduct this lost value as a business expense. Sure, you did not spend cash on the lost value but with depreciation, this is a transaction your bookkeeper or accountant will force through at the end of the year. On your taxes, it helps you by increasing your expenses like all other cash transactions. Of course, the other side of depreciation means your equipment is not worth as much anymore. <br /><br /> In order for you to get a really clear picture of how your business is operating, you need to be diligent and thoughtful about what your real expenses are. Depreciation is a real expense even though it is not a cash transaction. <br /><br /> Learning to see transactions for what they are takes practice and contemplation. Transactions affect so many areas of your business that you must analyze the daily details so you can piece together the big picture.   <bio><a href="http://www.ProfessorNow.com" >http://www.ProfessorNow.com</a>™ offers free educational courses in an easy to follow format ranging from academic to non-academic subjects. To view a free online course covering the subject of this article, please visit <a href="http://www.professornow.com/coursedescription/ufasmallbusiness/index.html" >http://www.professornow.com/coursedescription/ufasmallbusiness/index.html</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Setting Financial Systems For Your Business</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 10:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>financial transactions</category><category>income tax returns</category><category>financial records</category><category>accountant</category><category>accounting software</category><category>financial systems</category><category>small business owners</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/setting-financial-systems-for-your-business</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ One of the most common reasons why home businesses fail is that these businesses do not really have good financial systems. A lot of small business owners do not really keep good records of their revenue and expenses that they find it hard to determine whether their business is earning enough or]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ One of the most common reasons why home businesses fail is that these businesses do not really have good <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/financial+systems" rel="tag">financial systems</a>. A lot of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/small+business+owners" rel="tag">small business owners</a> do not really keep good records of their revenue and expenses that they find it hard to determine whether their business is earning enough or not. If you are one of those business owners who have not been keeping good <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/financial+records" rel="tag">financial records</a>, now is the best time for you to establish good financial systems for your company. Always remember that good financial systems will not only help your business grow, it will also keep you out of trouble when it is time to file for your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/income+tax+returns" rel="tag">income tax returns</a>. <br /><br /> If you have an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accountant" rel="tag">accountant</a>, call him/her and explain that you are just starting your own home business. You will be surprised of all the tax deductions you are able to claim (heat, electricity, phone, rent, etc). Your accountant will advise you to keep financial records for your business. <br /><br /> Setting Up Your Financial Records: <br /><br /> You do not really have to be an accountant or a professional bookkeeper to be able to keep records of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/financial+transactions" rel="tag">financial transactions</a>. To set up your financial records manually, all you need is a worksheet where you can record all your earnings and your expenses. To keep everything simple, just use a two column worksheet where you can record all your earnings in one column and your expenses in the other. Record your financial transactions at the end of each day so that you will not miss out something. Keep all your bills and receipts on file so that your accountant will be able to easily review your transactions later on for purposes of filing your income tax returns. <br /><br /> Another way to keep records of your financial transactions is the use of those <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounting+software" rel="tag">accounting software</a> being sold in the market today. The good thing about using accounting software is that you do not have to keep a lot of papers in your office and you do not have to bother writing things down a number of times in your worksheets. Just load the program into your computer and you can already use it by following the menu. With the use of good accounting software, all you need to do is to enter your financial transactions for the day and the software will do the rest of the work. <br /><br /> Most of this accounting software will also give you complete financial statements after you uploaded all the necessary information so you get to save a lot of time and efforts in computing your earnings. What is more interesting about this computer software is that some of these can also help you project your future income and calculate your estimated internal rate of returns. <br /><br /> How Much Will the Accounting Software Cost You? <br /><br /> The price of the accounting software will depend on the complexity of the program that you need. Simple programs do not really cost so much so you need not worry about the cost. Besides, you can always put the cost of accounting software as part of your business expenses. Get organized early in the game and avoid the pitfalls that may come later. <br /><br /> Good luck and stay the course!   <bio>John Lynch is owner of <a href="http://How2MakeMoneyOnline.org" >http://How2MakeMoneyOnline.org</a> and writes on a variety of subjects. To learn more about this topic John recommends you visit: <a href="http://www.pluginprofitsite.com/main-19065" >http://www.pluginprofitsite.com/main-19065</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>A Comprehensive Note on Debt Management</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2008 00:36:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>credit cards with low interest rates</category><category>business establishments</category><category>low interest rates</category><category>finance companies</category><category>accoun</category><category>appropriate management</category><category>financial performance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-comprehensive-note-on-debt-management</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Debt management is a very important subject to discuss because many people today experience problems regarding the appropriate management of their finances. It is through debt management that you can get your finances under control. With the development of credit cards, problems concerning debts]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Debt management is a very important subject to discuss because many people today experience problems regarding the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/appropriate+management" rel="tag">appropriate management</a> of their finances. It is through debt management that you can get your finances under control.<br> <br>With the development of credit cards, problems concerning debts continue to increase. The use of credit cards also affects <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+establishments" rel="tag">business establishments</a>, especially in situations where business owners stop their operations because of their inability to handle debts effectively. To help businesses manage their finances, here are some important points to consider about credit and debt management.<br><br>Maximizing Opportunities Associated With the Use of Business Credit Cards<br><br>Business owners need to look at several factors before they accept credit cards that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/finance+companies" rel="tag">finance companies</a> offer to them. First, entrepreneurs need to get <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+cards+with+low+interest+rates" rel="tag">credit cards with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/low+interest+rates" rel="tag">low interest rates</a></a> because they may affect the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/financial+performance" rel="tag">financial performance</a> of their businesses. Second, to avoid experiencing hassles in case they misuse their credit cards, it is best to accept credit cards with insurance, so that they can get the replacement for their cards right away. Lastly, it is necessary for entrepreneurs to consider credit cards with high credit limits because they can use them a lot in their business transactions.<br><br>The Importance of Registering an Online Bank <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accoun" rel="tag">Accoun</a>t<br><br>It is best for entrepreneurs to get an online bank account because they can use it to conduct business transactions anytime and anywhere. Business owners have nothing to worry about when it comes to their bills because an online bank account can already do things for them. Above all, executives can save more time if they have online bank accounts because they need not to go to their banks anymore to check out their account balance.<br><br>Factors to Consider in Choosing the Best Online Bank Account<br><br>For selecting the best online bank account, entrepreneurs must look for finance companies that allow them to open multiple accounts. In this way, they can have separate accounts for various purposes, one for business and another for personal savings and expenses. It is also important for business owners to compare the features of online bank accounts that they consider. By listing the advantages and disadvantages of each online bank account, they can make wise decision in selecting the best and most suitable bank account for themselves and for their businesses.<br><br>Special Features of Business Credit Cards<br><br>Before getting business credit cards, executives must first conduct a background check on the security features of these cards. Some companies provide no cost liability for any suspicious transactions with the credit cards. Additionally, they need to choose credit cards that feature low annual percentage rates because they can help in them managing business profits very well. <br><br>Business debt management is a simple thing to do, especially when entrepreneurs know how to limit the use of business credit cards for their business transactions. Above all, it is important for business owners to know that the purchases in their business credit cards should not exceed their business profits. By knowing all these important aspects of business credit card management, business owners can free themselves from debts.<bio>John Grant is a the author for a <a href="http://www.undebited.com/category/bankruptcy/">bankruptcy</a> site where he is writing articles about <a href="http://www.undebited.com/category/credit-report/">credit report</a>s.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Merchant Account Rates Explained: Do You Know How Much Each Credit Card Transaction Really Costs?</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mail</category><category>credit card transaction</category><category>debit card transaction</category><category>credit card rate</category><category>credit card terminal</category><category>credit cards</category><category>card present</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/merchant-account-rates-explained-do-you-know-how-much-each-credit-card-transaction-really-costs</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[THE TWO COMPONENTS OF A CREDIT/DEBIT CARD TRANSACTION  Each time a merchant process a credit or debit card transaction, she is charged an inquiry fee and a percentage of the total transaction. The inquiry fee is a flat amount, typically between 20 cents and 35 cents. The percentage charged, is]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[THE TWO COMPONENTS OF A CREDIT/<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+card+transaction" rel="tag">DEBIT CARD TRANSACTION</a> <br /><br /> Each time a merchant process a credit or debit card transaction, she is charged an inquiry fee and a percentage of the total transaction. The inquiry fee is a flat amount, typically between 20 cents and 35 cents. The percentage charged, is typically called your andquot;<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+rate" rel="tag">credit card rate</a>andquot; and it is variable based on the type of transaction and the type of card used. <br /><br /> CREDIT CARD RATE CATEGORIES <br /><br /> Credit Card Rates are typically broken into two categories: <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/card+present" rel="tag">Card Present</a> (where the card is physically swiped through a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+terminal" rel="tag">credit card terminal</a>)--The lowest rates are typically applied to card-present transactions. <br /><br /> Card Not Present (any type of transaction where the card cannot be swiped)--This type of transaction is also referred to as MOTO (<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mail" rel="tag">mail</a> order/telephone order). All transactions where a credit card is not physically swiped through a terminal, including internet transactions, phone transactions, or credit-card numbers keyed into a terminal, fall into this category. <br /><br /> CREDIT CARD RATE TYPES <br /><br /> The rate for each <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+transaction" rel="tag">credit card transaction</a> type is determined by both the kind of card used, the way it is processed, and the time it takes the merchant to batch the transactions for processing. It is important to know whether you do mostly card present or card not present transaction when selecting a plan type, because card not present charges are significantly higher in a Type 1 plan than in a Type 4 plan. <br /><br /> Type 1 (or Retail)--This type of account is designed for card-present transactions. <br /><br /> Type 1 Qualified--The card is swiped through a terminal, and the merchant batches the transactions within 24 hours. Most swiped <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+cards" rel="tag">credit cards</a> will fall into this category. It is typically the lowest rate. <br /><br /> Type 1 Mid-Qual--This rate applies to rewards cards and key-entered transactions. It also applies to charges batched in 24-48 hours, that would be Qualified had they been batched sooner. <br /><br /> Type 1 Non-Qualified--All corporate and government cards are charged this rate regardless of batch processing time. Other transactions batched after 48 hours are also charged this rate. This is typically the highest rate charged. <br /><br /> Type 4 (or MOTO)--This type of account is designed for card-not-present transactions. <br /><br /> Type 4 Qualified--Most transactions fall into this category, provided the merchant batches transaction within 24 hours. This is the lowest Type 4 rate. <br /><br /> Type 4 Non-Qualified--All corporate, government, and reward cards are charged this rate regardless of batch processing time. It also applies to charged batched after 24 hours that would otherwise be Qualified had they been batched sooner. <br /><br /> DEBIT CARD RATES <br /><br /> Debit cards are classified the exact same way credit cards are, but the rate for a debit card transaction of the same category and type is typically lower than the rate for a credit card. <br /><br /> MONEY SAVING TIPS <br /><br /> 1. If you have an account that gives you good rates for card-present transactions it will typically penalize you heavily for card-not present transactions. However, you can get a Merchant Account that is designed for these Card Not Present transactions that will provide you with substantially lower rates. Thus, before selecting an account you need to understand the type of transactions you use most. Also note that it is very important to immediately destroy credit card information provided in writing or over the phone and to store electronically submitted information (such as that submitted over the Internet) on a secure server. <br /><br /> Tip: If you regularly have both types of transactions, create two accounts. One Type 1 account and one Type 4 account. <br /><br /> 2. Make sure your credit card processor is giving you separate lower rates for Debit Card transactions. They can afford to charge you less for these transactions, because their risk of non-payment is substantially lower. Approximately half of the transactions nationally are actually debit cards transactions, so if you're not getting the benefit of a lower rate, you are paying too much. <br /><br /> Tip: Very low Type 1 Qualified Debit Card rates are often advertised as teasers to get people to switch Merchant Accounts. Know what percentage of your transactions fall into this category before making a switch. <br /><br /> Merchants: Make sure you know what you are really paying!  <bio>Lisa Hephner, PaySimple Marketing Manager - PaySimple offers some of the lowest credit and debit card processing rates available for all types of transactions. Contact us today for a free rate analysis and find out how much PaySimple can save you. 800-466-0992 <a href="http://www.paysimple.com" >http://www.paysimple.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Forget The Worry To Carry Cash. Use Business Credit Cards</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2008 08:55:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>business credit cards</category><category>business credit card</category><category>meal coupons</category><category>cash benefit</category><category>pre paid cards</category><category>office time</category><category>working woman</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/forget-the-worry-to-carry-cash-use-business-credit-cards</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Gone are the days when one had to carry cash either for business or leisure travel. Now in the market are available business credit cards, which take care of all the needs when you are traveling. Business credit cards have also evolved as per the needs of the time and are being tailor made to the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Gone are the days when one had to carry cash either for business or leisure travel. Now in the market are available <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+credit+cards" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+credit+card" rel="tag">business credit card</a>s</a>, which take care of all the needs when you are traveling. Business credit cards have also evolved as per the needs of the time and are being tailor made to the specific needs of the customers. The business credit cards have also become gender specific as well, i.e. a line of business credit cards have been launched which are in tune and sync with the aspirations of a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/working+woman" rel="tag">working woman</a>. The business credit cards that have been launched for the women encourage the women to indulge in shopping and to get rewarded for the indulgence as well. The modifications that are made for the business credit cards tailor made to the needs of the women can encourage them to avail <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cash+benefit" rel="tag">cash benefit</a> if the shopping has been done beyond the fixed limit. The points earned on the business credit cards are much more than the normal credit cards and these can be redeemed for various kinds of gifts. <br /><br /> Business credit cards come in all size and shape. The latest field in which the business cards have entered is as payment for meals during the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/office+time" rel="tag">office time</a>. Normally, for the executives there are arrangements for issuing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/meal+coupons" rel="tag">meal coupons</a>, but it is a tad difficult to carry the coupons and being made of paper there is always a chance that they may be lost as well. So the way out has been found by coming up with a business credit card, which is valid only at those particular outlets and could only be used for this specific category. You may think about the need for launching so many business credit cards, when a normal credit card could also do the same work with the same levels of efficiency. The answer lies in the fact that the normal credit cards do not offer the benefits, which the business credit cards can provide. <br /><br /> Business credit cards are very convenient tools especially when one is traveling abroad. You may ask, how? This is because the business credit cards are the pre-paid cards, which come, pre-loaded certain denominations depending upon the days of travel that one is taking. The whole idea of making it pre-paid is to avoid any financial loss to the cardholder, if the card is lost. Besides, it also in most of the cases happens that the business credit cards, as they are issued for conducting certain specific transactions, even if they are lost, one need not despair much for its misuse. The advantage of business credit cards lies in the fact that while one is paying in the local currency to get the card refilled up to a certain amount, the card can be used to do the transactions in the foreign currencies as well. This advantage is not at all available with the normal credit cards, as the normal credit cards can be used to conduct transaction in one currency, while the business credit cards can be used to do transactions in multiple currencies also.   <bio>Devin Gilliland provides expert opinions and advice on how to apply and manage credit cards at <a href="http://www.credit-wisdom.com" >http://www.credit-wisdom.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Debit Cards and Payment Processing</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:36:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>debit card transaction</category><category>debit card transactions</category><category>credit card payments</category><category>debit payment</category><category>debit transactions</category><category>debit transaction</category><category>debit cards</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/debit-cards-and-payment-processing</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In order to accept credit card payments, merchants need to have a payment processing method available to them. Typically, this means having use of a merchant account. This allows the merchant to accept major credit cards such as Visa and Mastercard. The downside to having a merchant account is the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[In order to accept <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+payments" rel="tag">credit card payments</a>, merchants need to have a payment processing method available to them. Typically, this means having use of a merchant account. This allows the merchant to accept major credit cards such as Visa and Mastercard. The downside to having a merchant account is the wave of fees that are attached to every transaction. Depending upon the merchant account contract, these fees can dramatically reduce the profitability of a transaction.<br><br>Today, more consumers are using <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+cards" rel="tag">debit cards</a> to purchase items. While many merchants know that accepting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+card+transaction" rel="tag">debit card transaction</a>s will lower their payment processing fees, they often fail to realize that there are different types of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+card+transactions" rel="tag">debit card transactions</a>, each with different fees. Below, we'll describe the difference between accepting debit cards and credit cards. You'll also learn how you can lower your fees even further by accepting direct <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+transactions" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+transaction" rel="tag">debit transaction</a>s</a>.<br><br>Debit Card Versus Credit Card Processing<br><br>From the merchant's point of view, there's only 1 notable difference between accepting a debit card and a credit card for a transaction. While a credit card allows the customer to tap into a credit line, the debit card allows the merchant to withdraw money for payment directly from a customer's bank account. The main benefit for the merchant is that processing a debit card transaction implies less risk for the bank. Therefore, the discount rate applied to the transaction is lower.<br><br>What Is A Direct Debit Transaction?<br><br>A direct debit transaction has the same result as a normal debit card transaction. The money is taken from the customer's bank account and transferred to the merchant. However, the process through which this happens is different. Processing a debit card for payment must be done through the merchant account. These transactions follow the same stream through the network as transactions processed with a credit card.<br><br>By contrast, a direct <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+payment" rel="tag">debit payment</a> goes through the Automated Clearing House (ACH) network. It's transferred between banks. As long as a merchant has authorization to process ACH transactions, the direct debt can be performed through a business checking account.<br><br>Lowering Fees Through Direct Debit<br><br>Even though processing a debit card transaction through your merchant account will usually result in lower fees than a credit card transaction, you can lower your fees further. A normal debit card payment will typically have a discount rate of 2-3% attached. A direct debit payment carries a flat fee. Most of the time, it's $1 or less per transaction.<br><br>Here's an example of how much you can save by accepting a direct debit payment. Assume a transaction is $200. Using your merchant account to process a debit card payment with a 2.25% discount rate, you would pay $4.50. Accepting a direct debit payment through the ACH network would cost $1 (or less). If you complete 300 transactions per month of similar size, you could save over $1,000 per month.<br><br>Getting Started With Direct Debit Payment Processing<br><br>Accepting direct debit transactions is simple. You should start by asking your bank if they can help you gain authorization for ACH payment processing. Unlike establishing a merchant account, you won't be required to sign a long-term contract. You'll likely be able to use your existing business checking account for processing the payments.<br><br>As a merchant, you will still need to maintain your merchant account to process credit card payments. But, for customers who wish to use their debit cards to purchase items, consider becoming authorized for ACH payment processing. It's transparent to the customer and less-costly for you, the merchant.<bio>This article is brought to you by PaySimple, a leading provider of <a href="http://www.paysimple.com/merchant_account.html">merchant account</a> services.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Secrets To Choosing A Cheap Merchant Account</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2006 08:27:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Since the inception of the internet, trade has been taken into a new dimension. A digital age where everything is available and transactions are processed quickly and professionally. It has given rise to a new requirement for online business -- a cheap merchant account.  Business and business]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/" rel="tag"></a>Since the inception of the internet, trade has been taken into a new dimension. A digital age where everything is available and transactions are processed quickly and professionally. It has given rise to a new requirement for online business -- a cheap merchant account. <br /><br /> Business and business transactions are made easier and cost efficient with a cheap merchant account. They are necessary for any online business as a cheap merchant account is the best method to accept and process credit card transactions. Any serious internet business should seek out a cheap merchant account as one of its initial goals. <br /><br /> A Cheap Merchant Account Is a Top Priority <br /><br /> The significance of finding and using a cheap merchant accounts can never be underrated, as they are the cheapest and most efficient way to accept credit card payments. A cheap merchant account is a gateway to accessing a whole new level of profits which would have previously been untapped. <br /><br /> With any new enterprise it is a main priority to keep costs down, which a cheap merchant account would facilitate achieving. A high quality cheap merchant account shouldn't require large monthly fees or per transaction costs. In fact, the majority of cheap merchant accounts usually request a small one off fee at around $50. Once enrolling with such a service you should have use of their services forever. <br /><br /> How to Identify a High Quality - Cheap Merchant Account. <br /><br /> When you decide to look for a cheap merchant account, price should not be your only factor to consider. You should also look for a number of other factors: <br /><br /> A dependable and establishes backing up system should be the one of you main factors when choosing a cheap merchant account. As you'll be working with customer's finances, so it's imperative your cheap merchant account have this. <br /><br /> Always look for well recognized and trustworthy cheap merchant accounts. As the last thing you want is a cheap merchant account that shuts up shop and does a runner before processing your orders. Finally they should be able to process a whole range of different card types and also process other popular payments types. The more options the better.   <bio>For more information on how to find Cheap Merchant Accounts and increase your profits using a merchant account visit: <a href="http://www.1merchantaccount.info/" >http://www.1merchantaccount.info/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Advantage of Buying Wholesale Business Software</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 22:22:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>wholesale lines</category><category>wholesale transactions</category><category>wholesale business</category><category>business potentials</category><category>time consumers</category><category>software transactions</category><category>food books</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-advantage-of-buying-wholesale-business-software</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Buying business software is considered a must these days especially if you are owning and operating a small to medium scaled business. Computer programs are now taking over and replacing the tedious and challenging tasks of employees, particularly accountants and auditors. If you are aiming to]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<b>Buying business software</b> is considered a must these days especially if you are owning and operating a small to medium scaled business. Computer programs are now taking over and replacing the tedious and challenging tasks of employees, particularly accountants and auditors. If you are aiming to minimize costs and maximize your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+potentials" rel="tag">business potentials</a>, you should consider buying <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/wholesale+business" rel="tag">wholesale business</a> software.<br><br><b>Wholesale business software</b> is one of the in things these days when it comes to investments involving computers. For quite some time, consumers have been loyally patronizing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/wholesale+transactions" rel="tag">wholesale transactions</a> for almost any product and goods. If you are buying clothes, getting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/wholesale+lines" rel="tag">wholesale lines</a> is ideal. The same goes for buying food, books and other stuffs. <b>Buying wholesale business software is no different</b>. The advantages and usual perks of buying on the bulk can still be realized.<br><br>There are many advantages to buying wholesale business software. For sure, you would definitely realize that there are too many perks and that taking such transactions would really result to many advantages.<br><br><b>Spare from headache</b><br><br>Buying wholesale business software would surely spare you from the headaches usually caused by individual transactions. If you find it too tedious to buy single or individual business software, imagine how much trouble you will have if you buy two or more units of such computer programs. If there is a need for multiple copies, why not go for wholesale business software? The trouble will be lessened significantly.<br><br>If you would prefer wholesale business software, you would lessen your troubles and stress from creating manual records and invoices. On the retrieval functions, wholesale business <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/software+transactions" rel="tag">software transactions</a> would also make searching of records and invoices easier and more convenient. Such purchase activities would also make you easily access customer and seller information.<br><br><b>Save on time</b><br><br>Time is gold, as proverbs say. That is why as much as possible, you should strive to save on time by preferring to buy wholesale business software. If you are buying individual computer programs, imagine how much time you would spend on the overall transaction. From the time you shop, until the packaging process down to the shipment, individual transactions are equally tedious than wholesale. The difference is that on the bulk, time spent can be lessened if the total number of units is accounted for.<br><br>If you want to save time, buy <b>wholesale business software</b>. Imagine how productive and useful your spared time can be used. You can use it to do several other productive things, like doing other business errands, planning and most importantly, taking a short rest from work.<br><br><b>Save on money</b><br><br>The most tangible and obvious savings you would be able to attain if you buy wholesale business software is savings on money. By principle, and as observable, bulk transactions are comparatively less costly and more practical than buying individually. Across all industries, businesses tend to provide great savings and incentives to bulk buying by means of lower costs.<br><br>Of course, the total cost of a wholesale business software transaction would be far greater than the cost of buying an individual unit. But do your simple mathematics and you could easily see that if taken individually, the items in the <b>wholesale business software transaction would cost less compared to the tag price on individual sales of each unit at retailers</b>. Thus, most businesses tend to buy on the bulk to save more money, which can be used as added capital for other business requirements.<br><br>Overall, it is important to make sure your purchase of a business software would be practical and reasonable. Such expenses are operational costs of your business. The greater it gets, the bigger your operational costs are, and the leaner your margins would be. <b>Buy wholesale business software</b>. It is the most practical purchase transaction for such items.<bio>Bei M. with buybusinesssoftware.com a perfect business software online store to buy <a href="http://www.buybusinesssoftware.com" title="Business Software">Business Software</a>, Microsoft Business Software, Financial Software, <a href=" http://www.buybusinesssoftware.com/category/43/1/Kaspersky+Lab+Software.aspx" title="Kaspersky Lab Software">Kaspersky Lab Software</a> and more!</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Save Up To 96% On Your Merchant Account Fees When You Process Debit Cards With A Pin Pad!</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 26 May 2007 21:24:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>pin pad</category><category>credit card terminal</category><category>debit transactions</category><category>debit cards</category><category>debit card</category><category>typical credit card</category><category>encrypted</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/save-up-to-96-on-your-merchant-account-fees-when-you-process-debit-cards-with-a-pin-pad</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Did you know that just by connecting a pin pad to the back of your credit card terminal you will pay only $.65 for a $1,000.00 sale? If you had run this card with out a pin pad at 1.69% + $.25 (A typical credit card and debit card procesing rate.) you would have paid $17.15! $.65 is the standard]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Did you know that just by connecting a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pin+pad" rel="tag">pin pad</a> to the back of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+terminal" rel="tag">credit card terminal</a> you will pay only $.65 for a $1,000.00 sale? If you had run this card with out a pin pad at 1.69% + $.25 (A <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/typical+credit+card" rel="tag">typical credit card</a> and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+card" rel="tag">debit card</a> procesing rate.) you would have paid $17.15! $.65 is the standard fee that a merchant is charged when their client enters their pin number on a pin pad to complete a sale. <br /><br /> Why are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+cards" rel="tag">debit cards</a> so much less expensive? A debit card is directly linked to the client's checking account, which guarantees that the funds are available for withdrawal, therefore reducing the risk of taking a bad card. In addition, only the original card holder will know the PIN for the card therefore reducing the risk of fraud. Also, transactions cannot "downgrade." With debit cards, you will always pay the same flat fee as long as the customer enters their PIN. You will not have to worry about paying mid or non qualified rates for cards did not qualify. <br /><br /> Merchants will also save the time of having to hand the client a pen for a signature. Clients appreciate the speed of online <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+transactions" rel="tag">debit transactions</a> and feel more comfortable making smaller purchases when they can be in and out of a store quickly. <br /><br /> Because of the nature of the card, your customers will only use their debit card if they know the funds are available and will almost never have their transactions declined. This saves them from potential embarrassment, and makes your sales process faster and friendlier. <br /><br /> In order to keep transactions secure all pin pads are specially <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/encrypted" rel="tag">encrypted</a> by the processor that is runnign the transactions.  You need to make sure that the pin pad you are using is not only the right type to use with your credit card terminal, but is also encrypted properly! <br /><br /> So make sure to take advantage of this opportunity to lower your debit card processing costs!   <bio>Jerry Kadish and Capital Bankcard have been helping clients set up merchant accounts and custom gift and loyalty card programs since 1998. To get your account set up visit: <a href="http://www.capital-bankcard.com" >http://www.capital-bankcard.com</a>   </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Useful Tips For Carrying Out Online Banking Transactions</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2006 16:27:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>online banks</category><category>email</category><category>contact number</category><category>personal security</category><category>personal details</category><category>online banking</category><category>shopping</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/useful-tips-for-carrying-out-online-banking-transactions</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[With the internet available in most homes and businesses across the globe, it's understandable that consumers are presented with many opportunities such as online banking and even online shopping. In the United Kingdom,millions of people are now using the internet in accessing their bank accounts]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[With the internet available in most homes and businesses across the globe, it's understandable that consumers are presented with many opportunities such as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/online+banking" rel="tag">online banking</a> and even online <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/shopping" rel="tag">shopping</a>. In the United Kingdom,millions of people are now using the internet in accessing their bank accounts and millions also are regularly doing their shopping online. But on the other hand, most of these people are still concerned about the security of their accounts whenever they access it on the internet. Using a computer is said to be the safest way in either banking or shopping, but it is also advised not to let your guards down while you are making transactions online. <br /><br /> The possibilities of becoming a victim of online banking fraudulence are said to be very low,and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/online+banks" rel="tag">online banks</a> committed themselves in keeping it this way, because most online bank's systems proved that they could not be easily attacked, instead most criminals turned most of their attention in gathering many of the information directly from online banking customers. Most often, these criminals are using Phishing where in they send e-mails at random, as if they have seem to be sent by a genuine online bank. <br /><br /> This is the attempt they make in order to convince customer to disclose their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+security" rel="tag">personal security</a> information, a ,method seen more on websites run by scam artists. There are some usueful tips, however, on conducting safe banking transactions, the first being to know who you are dealing with. Always remember to type the bank's web address into your browser. Never go to the site via a link from an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/email" rel="tag">email</a>. Never divulge personal information requested through an email. Your bank would not ask for this information. <br /><br /> In case you are in doubt, try contacting the bank or the building society by dialing the given <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contact+number" rel="tag">contact number</a>. Always keep your passwords and PIN numbers safe. Be extremely cautious of unsolicited emails or phone calls asking you to give any information regarding your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+details" rel="tag">personal details</a> or card numbers. Always keep this information a secret and be cautious of giving your information to someone whom you do not know. <br /><br /> Your online bank would never call or contact you just to ask you regarding your passwords, PINs, or any personal information. Third is always keep a hold of your money. Do not be fooled by certain convincing e-mails that offer you the chance of making easy money. If an e-mail looks too good to be true, the possibility for it to be fraud is there, and it is difficult to prove that the sender is who they say they are. And lastly always check your online bank's website. If you are in doubt, check your online bank's website since it is a good place for you to get help and guidance on every transaction on the internet that you make in a safest way. Also regularly look for specific information and guidance regarding on how to protect your PC and also yourself while making online transactions. <br /><br /> The most important thing to do in order to make your online banking transactions safe is by keeping your computer safe, because it is the most important tool in making your online banking transactions. Most internet security software is available for download or purchase on the internet, or you may purchase them at your local computer store. This is another and one of the most effective ways for you to protect your computer, your transactions, and also yourselves.   <bio>Stu Pearson has an interest in Business and Finance related topics. To access more information on <a href="http://www.doadvice.com/category/business/" >http://www.doadvice.com/category/business/</a> or on <a href="http://www.doadvice.com/2006/06/26/online_banking3/" >http://www.doadvice.com/2006/06/26/online_banking3/</a>, please click on the links. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>B2B Exchange Agency</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2008 17:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>website optimization services</category><category>internet marketer</category><category>internet marketers</category><category>cataloging service</category><category>business partnerships</category><category>unexpected number</category><category>business to customer</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/b2b-exchange-agency</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Internet marketing is a lucrative business. Apart from selling products or services through your website, you can also sell affiliate products by joining affiliate programs, publish articles, and provide website optimization services as well as other marketing services.  However, before you start]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Internet marketing is a lucrative business. Apart from selling products or services through your website, you can also sell affiliate products by joining affiliate programs, publish articles, and provide <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/website+optimization+services" rel="tag">website optimization services</a> as well as other marketing services. <br /><br /> However, before you start internet marketing, you need to learn about the various business opportunities and methods you can use to increase the sales of your online business. <br /><br /> As an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/internet+marketer" rel="tag">Internet Marketer</a>, you should understand the different marketing methods; one of which is B2B exchange agency. Most online business caters directly to end users or customers' need (also known as B2C or business-to-customer method). That is the reason why B2B is unfamiliar to the majority. This being said, B2B is just as important to any other Internet Business. <br /><br /> B2B exchange agency is one of the fastest growing marketing techniques for internet marketing. It offers a database of thousands of good potential customers in one location. Those <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/internet+marketers" rel="tag">internet marketers</a> who had tried the B2B exchange got <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unexpected+number" rel="tag">unexpected number</a> of customers without putting much effort in getting them. It was like striking a "goldmine". <br /><br /> So, what is this "goldmine"? B2B exchange agency is essentially an online intermediary between buyers and sellers making business transactions. Hence, the term is derived from business-to-business transactions. The exchange agency provides an online platform to 2 transacting Internet Business to conduct transactions efficiently. <br /><br /> It helps Internet based business to streamline their business process, form strategic <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+partnerships" rel="tag">business partnerships</a> and more importantly, boost each party's sales and profits. Some other benefits are: <br /><br /> - The B2B exchange agency's <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cataloging+service" rel="tag">cataloging service</a> can help you manage the product inventory of your marketing business. <br /><br /> - You will have better customer service because through the B2B exchange agency, you can serve both your business partner and your customers effectively. <br /><br /> - Through the exchange agency, your Internet business will be exposed to a wider group of audience which was previously untapped. This new sales channel can bring in more potential customers. <br /><br /> - With exposure to wider group of new audience, you can get fresh ideas or valuable feedbacks from your business partners or new customers. These new relationships can help you to improve your Internet business and generate more sales. <br /><br /> The next thing you need to know is to be careful in choosing the right B2B exchange agency. Not all are suitable to your needs. You need to choose an agency that will work for you and will benefit you. <br /><br /> How do you know which B2B exchange agency works for you? First, you need to establish your goals. In all likely, you would want to ultimately make more money from it. So, you have to set some financial objectives which the exchange agency can help you achieve. Some of the objectives can be: <br /><br /> - increase sales volume;  - get access to large number of sellers and/or buyers;  - find importers and distributors;  - provide online tools which helps to enhance customers and business relationships;  - Expand your market share;  - enable you to automate your business process, from selling to closing transactions; and  - Conduct market research and adopt useful marketing system. <br /><br /> It is imperative for every Internet marketeering business to widen their marketing techniques to build its sales volume. B2B exchange agency may well be another marketing avenue which can help your business.   <bio>Hai Liang strives to help fellow Internet Marketers to start their own home based business at <a href="http://AutoPassiveProfits.com" >http://AutoPassiveProfits.com</a>. Get to know more about Hai Liang at <a href="http://tanhailiang.com" >http://tanhailiang.com</a>.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Start Your Own Export Business</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 28 Jul 2007 22:19:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>export management company</category><category>export management companies</category><category>export business</category><category>today many people</category><category>export businesses</category><category>export trading</category><category>early explorers</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-start-your-own-export-business</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Export has been around since the earliest forms of business trade. In fact, it is through the business of export that new lands have been discovered, wars have been fought, and international business relationships have been established.  Today, many people are discovering that operating an Export]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Export has been around since the earliest forms of business trade. In fact, it is through the business of export that new lands have been discovered, wars have been fought, and international business relationships have been established.  Today, many people are discovering that operating an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/export+business" rel="tag">Export business</a> is just as exciting, adventurous, and financially rewarding as it was for the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/early+explorers" rel="tag">early explorers</a>. <br /><br /> When one envisions an Export business, they tend to imagine huge corporations that have made their millions in international trade, however research has shown that the majority of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/export+businesses" rel="tag">Export businesses</a> are owned and operated by small businesses and sole proprietors. <br /><br /> Your first step in operating an Export Business is to choose which type you would like to operate. Some of the most popular Export Businesses include: <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/export+trading" rel="tag">Export Trading</a>, Export Merchants, and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/export+management+companies" rel="tag">Export Management Companies</a>. Export Trading is the art of discovering what foreign and international markets want to buy and finding the goods. Then, the company or Individual then arranges to export the goods to the buyer. <br /><br /> An Export Merchant is a business or individual that obtains goods, and then resells them to foreign markets. This type of export business may deal in many different items, and not just one specific market. They are in business for themselves and don't work on commission or percentages.<br /><br /><br /><br /> An <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/export+management+company" rel="tag">Export Management Company</a> is a company that handles a business' exports needs. Suppose there is a company that would like to begin distributing their products in the foreign sector, but they don't know how to tap into these markets. An Export Management Company is hired to handle all of the transactions.  They are essentially employed by the original business and are paid by salary or commission for all successful transactions. <br /><br /> Because there are specific laws dealing with International trade and foreign business, it is imperative that you familiarize yourself with state, federal, and international laws before starting your export business. A great place to begin is by checking with your local small business administration for information regarding starting an export business.   <bio>Find international trade leads to help you start your import business at <a href="http://www.tradeworld.com" >http://www.tradeworld.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>A Basic Introduction To Accounts Receivables</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 May 2007 07:24:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>accounts receivables</category><category>trade receivables</category><category>business transaction</category><category>transaction accounts</category><category>accounting terms</category><category>accounting practices</category><category>balance sheet</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-basic-introduction-to-accounts-receivables</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If one were to reduce business to the simplest terms, one would probably call it the selling of goods by one person, and the buying of those same goods by another. Thus, whether we pay cash or run up a tab while doing business, money has to change hands during the course of a business transaction.]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If one were to reduce business to the simplest terms, one would probably call it the selling of goods by one person, and the buying of those same goods by another. Thus, whether we pay cash or run up a tab while doing business, money has to change hands during the course of a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+transaction" rel="tag">business transaction</a>. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounts+receivables" rel="tag">Accounts receivables</a> is one such type of a business transaction. It refers to the way of dealing with amounts of money that are owed to a business by its customer. On the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/balance+sheet" rel="tag">balance sheet</a> of a company, accounts receivable refer to the amount of money that a customer owes it. Accounts receivables are also referred to as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/trade+receivables" rel="tag">trade receivables</a>, which makes the concept a little clearer. As this is a debt related amount, it appears under the category of current assets on the balance sheet of the company. <br /><br /> An accounts receivables transaction is generally carried out by means of an invoice which is sent to the customer with the aim of informing him of the duration within which the debt amount must be paid off. The term within which the debt has to be paid may be thirty days, forty-five days, sixty days, or even as much as ninety days. However, the duration of the debt depends entirely on the debtor and the creditor. <br /><br /> Various payment practices may be followed. These practices may be determined by the various industry standards. They may also be colored by the financial status of the debtor, or affected by the company's corporate policy. <br /><br /> Larger business organizations usually have to resort to the development of an entire accounts receivables department to look into the various kinds and amounts of debts that its customers owe it. A sales ledger is usually used to record transactions that pertain to accounts receivables. <br /><br /> Anyone who is starting out on a new business venture would have to learn about the various kinds of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounting+terms" rel="tag">accounting terms</a> and practices that are carried on within various industries. To get into a business undertaking without adequate study of the various <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounting+practices" rel="tag">accounting practices</a> would be committing professional hara-kiri. Accounts receivables is only one of the many kinds of transactions that prevail in a business setting. <br /><br /> No matter what noble work you hope to do through your business, ultimately you would want it to be financially sound. So, you should make sure to find out about the many financial transactions that will enter into the picture once you start selling your products or services.   <bio>Read Accounts Receivables <a href="http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/" >http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/</a> Accounts Receivable Management <a href="http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/how-accounts-receivables" >http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/how-accounts-receivables</a>= -work.asp Debt Collection <a href="http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/what-accounts-receivable" >http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/what-accounts-receivable</a>= s-cost.asp  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>A Basic Introduction To Accounts Receivables</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jun 2007 06:14:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>accounts receivables</category><category>trade receivables</category><category>business transaction</category><category>transaction accounts</category><category>accounting terms</category><category>accounting practices</category><category>balance sheet</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-basic-introduction-to-accounts-receivables</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If one were to reduce business to the simplest terms, one would probably call it the selling of goods by one person, and the buying of those same goods by another. Thus, whether we pay cash or run up a tab while doing business, money has to change hands during the course of a business transaction.]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If one were to reduce business to the simplest terms, one would probably call it the selling of goods by one person, and the buying of those same goods by another. Thus, whether we pay cash or run up a tab while doing business, money has to change hands during the course of a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+transaction" rel="tag">business transaction</a>. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounts+receivables" rel="tag">Accounts receivables</a> is one such type of a business transaction. It refers to the way of dealing with amounts of money that are owed to a business by its customer. On the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/balance+sheet" rel="tag">balance sheet</a> of a company, accounts receivable refer to the amount of money that a customer owes it. Accounts receivables are also referred to as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/trade+receivables" rel="tag">trade receivables</a>, which makes the concept a little clearer. As this is a debt related amount, it appears under the category of current assets on the balance sheet of the company. <br /><br /> An accounts receivables transaction is generally carried out by means of an invoice which is sent to the customer with the aim of informing him of the duration within which the debt amount must be paid off. The term within which the debt has to be paid may be thirty days, forty-five days, sixty days, or even as much as ninety days. However, the duration of the debt depends entirely on the debtor and the creditor. <br /><br /> Various payment practices may be followed. These practices may be determined by the various industry standards. They may also be colored by the financial status of the debtor, or affected by the company's corporate policy. <br /><br /> Larger business organizations usually have to resort to the development of an entire accounts receivables department to look into the various kinds and amounts of debts that its customers owe it. A sales ledger is usually used to record transactions that pertain to accounts receivables. <br /><br /> Anyone who is starting out on a new business venture would have to learn about the various kinds of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounting+terms" rel="tag">accounting terms</a> and practices that are carried on within various industries. To get into a business undertaking without adequate study of the various <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounting+practices" rel="tag">accounting practices</a> would be committing professional hara-kiri. Accounts receivable is only one of the many kinds of transactions that prevail in a business setting. <br /><br /> No matter what noble work you hope to do through your business, ultimately you would want it to be financially sound. So, you should make sure to find out about the many financial transactions that will enter into the picture once you start selling your products or services.   <bio>Read Accounts Receivables <a href="http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/" >http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/</a> Accounts Receivable Management <a href="http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/how-accounts-receivables" >http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/how-accounts-receivables</a>= -work.asp Debt Collection <a href="http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/what-accounts-receivable" >http://www.premiereglobal.com/accounts-receivables/what-accounts-receivable</a>= s-cost.asp  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>An Interchange Plus Pricing Structure Can Greatly Reduce Your Credit Card Processing And Merchant Account Fees.</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2007 18:19:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>corporate cards</category><category>debit cards</category><category>credit card processing</category><category>credit cards</category><category>transaction</category><category>interchange</category><category>occassionally</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/an-interchange-plus-pricing-structure-can-greatly-reduce-your-credit-card-processing-and-merchant-account-fees</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Traditionally small to mid sized businesses have been set up with what is called multi-tier pricing for their credit card processing. This system is usually set up with three tiers (qualified, mid-qualified, and non-qualifed.) Occassionally, if the business owner has negotiated well, there will be]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Traditionally small to mid sized businesses have been set up with what is called multi-tier pricing for their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+processing" rel="tag">credit card processing</a>. This system is usually set up with three tiers (qualified, mid-qualified, and non-qualifed.) <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/occassionally" rel="tag">Occassionally</a>, if the business owner has negotiated well, there will be a fourth tier for qualified offline <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debit+cards" rel="tag">debit cards</a>. While this system has worked well for many years, the increasing number of rewards and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/corporate+cards" rel="tag">corporate cards</a> being issued has made this type of pricing obsolete. <br /><br /> Visa and Mastercard have many different <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/interchange" rel="tag">interchange</a> categories for the multiple card types that are issued. Tier pricing takes a large number of these categories and lumps them into one of the three tier buckets available to the merchant. If the merchant only ever takes standard <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+cards" rel="tag">credit cards</a> then this system will work well for them. Once they start to see more debit, rewards, and corporate cards being used in their place of business they will notice that their merchant services bill has increased dramatically. This is because many of these <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/transaction" rel="tag">transaction</a>s are falling in to the mid or non qualified transaction categories.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Some of these cards are actually not that much more to process than a standard credit card, but the underwriting company for the merchant account needs to make sure that they are profiting on every transaction. They can ensure profit if they charge a large mark up for any transactions that are not qualified. So you may pay 2.9% for a mid qualified transaction and 3.5% for a non qualified transaction (These numbers can range much higher and lower.) <br /><br /> The fact is that some of the cards that fall into these categories may only cost an additional quarter of a percent to process. So the merchant may over pay by 1-2% to run certain card types. The business owner can avoid this if they are set up on interchange plus pricing. <br /><br /> What interchange plus pricing does is pass the true cost of running the card right through to the merchant. So the fees associated with that individual transaction will be put through at the lowest possible cost. The business owner pays a mark up at the end of the month based solely on their number of transactions and the sales dollar volume. (typically .25-.50% plus $.10-$.15 per trnasaction.) <br /><br /> This system will almost always prove to be a better deal than a three tier structure. Make sure to check your latest credit card processing statement to look for a high number of mid or non qualified transactions. If you see them, then setting up an interchange pluse pricing system may be the way to start saving your business money.   <bio>Jerry Kadish and Capital Bankcard specialize in setting up gift and loyalty card programs and merchant services. We provide fully customized programs for all of our clients and help them use our products to promote their business. To find out more check us out at:  <a href="http://www.capital-bankcard.com" >http://www.capital-bankcard.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Multi-Level Business, A Primer</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2008 03:30:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>multi level business</category><category>types of business transactions</category><category>business scheme</category><category>economic situations</category><category>commission payments</category><category>marketing industry</category><category>pyramid scheme</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-multi-level-business-a-primer</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Sales and marketing have really evolved through the years, perhaps as more economic crunches and recessions continue to plague every nation.  Selling commodities has always been a tough task. That is why innovative and skillful managers have been striving to overhaul the traditional sales process]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Sales and marketing have really evolved through the years, perhaps as more economic crunches and recessions continue to plague every nation. <br /><br /> Selling commodities has always been a tough task. That is why innovative and skillful managers have been striving to overhaul the traditional sales process so figures and profits could continue to buoy up, despite prevailing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/economic+situations" rel="tag">economic situations</a>. <br /><br /> In the 1980s, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marketing+industry" rel="tag">marketing industry</a> was shocked to find several players handed to their members the tedious task of distributing products. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/commission+payments" rel="tag">Commission payments</a> were handed as baits to the dollar-hungry sales team. <br /><br /> From that, the notion of the multi-level business transactions came up. As managers and sales people strived to keep sales figures up, they had adopted different strategies to keep up. Apparently, the multi-level <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+scheme" rel="tag">business scheme</a> was the most significant. <br /><br /> From then on, multi-level <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/types+of+business+transactions" rel="tag">types of business transactions</a> have been sprouting left and right, surprisingly, not just in the US, but also in other countries, even the third-world nations. <br /><br /> Multi-level businesses <br /><br /> Multi-level business transactions are actual combination of franchising and direct marketing. Direct marketing in the sense that the company would directly distribute products to members. <br /><br /> The members would then open franchises for redistribution. In the event, other sales people are recruited to sell the products. Thus the setup goes like this: the company directly sells the products to sales team. The sales team then recruits people and sell the products to them. <br /><br /> The recruits would then recruit more people who would agree to sell the products. The recruitment process goes on, and down the line, the products' prices bloat, making the product extra expensive. <br /><br /> In the end, economists would profoundly assert that people on the bottom of the somehow <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pyramid+scheme" rel="tag">pyramid scheme</a> would gain very little benefits compared to the earnings generated by the company. <br /><br /> Persuasion <br /><br /> The name of the game on multi-level business transactions is persuasion. Certainly, people would not be recruited to join the sales network if the sales personnel who recruited them were never convincing enough to lure them. <br /><br /> The promises of financial gains and commissions surely would lure people to get into even the strangest of business transactions. <br /><br /> Doing a multi-level business is never an easy task. But companies succeed in doing so. These companies do not practically care about how businesses go down the line of the network, as long as the top reaps most of the benefits. <br /><br /> Legitimacy <br /><br /> In the United States alone, multi-level businesses are legal operations. As such, companies and sales managers doing so have all the legal vests to recruit and convince people to get into the network. <br /><br /> However, there are several scrupulous scammers who take advantage of the situation. The setback would be that people could hardly recognize between the legal and the illegal pyramid networking schemes. <br /><br /> Current legislation would certainly not do anything against multi-level businesses because technically, they are legal businesses, which generate revenues the legal way. <br /><br /> Despite a rising number of complaints against multi-level businesses, more and more companies start up and adopt the scheme. <br /><br /> Many people have fallen as victims to the anomalous transactions. But still, there are people who continue to participate. As long as there are people who testify to have reaped profits, there would be people who would aim to parallel these greats fortunes. <br /><br /> Thus, there is truth to the saying 'Money matters'. <br /><br /> For more information creating success in your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/multi+level+business" rel="tag">multi level business</a> be sure to follow the link in the resource box below:   <bio>Daegan Smith is an expert online multi level marketer. If you'd like to discover the secret to zero resistance recruiting and earning up to $85,174.24 in your multi level business go here now for your free MLM Success CD <a href="http://www.EasyMLMProfits.com" >http://www.EasyMLMProfits.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Effective Small Business Credit Card Management</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2007 12:14:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>business credit card</category><category>business credit cards</category><category>small business credit</category><category>credit card issuers</category><category>using credit cards</category><category>small business owners</category><category>irs</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/effective-small-business-credit-card-management</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ The use of credit cards in small businesses is gaining popularity. An industry study conducted by a research group reports that more than two-thirds of small businesses are making use of credit cards to cover expenses. However, only two-fifths of these credit card using businesses employ business]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ The use of credit cards in small businesses is gaining popularity. An industry study conducted by a research group reports that more than two-thirds of small businesses are making use of credit cards to cover expenses. However, only two-fifths of these credit card using businesses employ <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+credit+card" rel="tag">business credit card</a>s. <br /><br /> Since these <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/small+business+owners" rel="tag">small business owners</a> are already <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/using+credit+cards" rel="tag">using credit cards</a> to provide financing for their businesses, they should consider converting to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+credit+cards" rel="tag">business credit cards</a> instead. With prudent usage and wise management, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/small+business+credit" rel="tag">small business credit</a> card could be an effective business tool to help small business owners "grow" their businesses. <br /><br /> Among other things, a business credit card allows you to separate business transactions from personal charges, thus avoiding potential problems in managing your funds and preparing your tax reports. A business credit card also conveys the message to third parties who take an interest in your financial transactions, such as the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/irs" rel="tag">IRS</a> and creditors, that you are managing your business and its financial accounts in a professional manner. <br /><br /> A significant benefit of having a business credit card is the year-end statement summary that business <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+card+issuers" rel="tag">credit card issuers</a> provide to their cardholders. This detailed listing helps you to itemize and classify your business expenses. <br /><br /> The small business credit card is a good way of building your business credit. By being judicious in the management of your business credit card accounts, you will strengthen your credit standing. This will be an important factor when you need additional financing for growth or expansion purposes. <br /><br /> The responsible management and sensible use of your business credit card cannot be overemphasized. Some ways of achieving this include: <br /><br /> =95 Make use of your local bank. There is much to be said in favor of engaging with your existing bank when you need to apply for a small business credit card - especially if the difference is not overly significant between your banker and the other card issuers' offerings. Your existing relationship will make the card approval process easier. It will also help with your other financing transactions. <br /><br /> =95 Avoid missed or late payments. You should be judicious about making your monthly payments on your business credit card in a timely manner. Failure to make payment by due date, leaves you vulnerable to higher interest, costly fees and a blemish on your credit record. <br /><br /> =95 Capitalize on grace periods. Business credit cards give you a 21-day grace period before you need to pay your purchases. You can maximize this to improve your cash flow. <br /><br /> =95 Pay your bill online. Most of the business credit card companies accept payments online. Their websites are secure, which means that that your online transactions will not be compromised. This will save time and avoid the extra costs normally incurred when making use of other modes of payment. It also ensures that your payments will not be subject to delays. <br /><br /> =95Limit having multiple cards. There is some advantage to having a couple of business credit cards. If you sign up for too many cards though, your credit scores will suffer. It may also make management of your accounts more difficult. <br /><br /> Given the salient benefits of using a business credit card as opposed to using a personal credit card, converting to a business card will be an astute move. Your business credit card is a worthwhile business enabler for as long as this credit line is dealt with responsibly and in a circumspect manner.   <bio>Richard Gilliland provides opinions and expert advice at <a href="http://www.credit-wisdom.com" >http://www.credit-wisdom.com</a> For business credit cards visit: <a href="http://www.credit-wisdom.com/creditcards/business-credit-cards.php" >http://www.credit-wisdom.com/creditcards/business-credit-cards.php</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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