Dawn Allcot

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About Dawn

Dawn Allcot is a full-time freelance writer and marketing specialist with extensive experience writing about finance, insurance, real estate, technology, and small business marketing. Her work has appeared on LoopNET, Forbes, Bankrate, MSN, Yahoo!Finance, and The Balance. She is a regular contributor to GoBankingRates, The DBL Center, and others. She is also the owner of GeekTravelGuide.net, a travel, entertainment, and lifestyle website. She lives on Long Island with her husband and three lizards, three cats, and two kids and is passionate about fitness and personal finance.

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Guide to Credit Card Processing Terms

As a business owner, you’ll want to be familiar with the basics of credit card processing. Here are some common industry terms explained.

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PCI Compliance: Guide for Business Owners

Adhere to PCI compliance standards to protect your business and your customers.

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How to Accept Mobile Credit Card Payments

Small businesses are already expected to accept credit card payments. Now, the expectations are going mobile.

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Credit Card Security: 5 Red Flags to Look For

Accepting credit card payments is necessary for many businesses, but there are security risks associated with credit card payments. Here’s what you need to watch out for.

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Understanding Credit Card Processing Fees and Chargebacks

Accepting credit card payments is necessary for businesses, yet credit card processing fees and chargebacks are pricey. Here is what to expect.