Posted by LKT/CA on 8/13/08 7:20pm
Msg #259983

Alternative to PayPal

http://www.flagshipmerchantservices.com/products/merchant_account_types/linkpoint_connect.htm

I looked into getting a merchant account a few months ago and just received a call today from the company offering new promotions so I revisited their website and saw that they offered something like paypal. Had too many issues with paypal causing me to close the account and never do business with them......EVER again. Maybe you've had better luck with paypal but for those who are interested, thought I'd pass the info I found. Check it out. Doesn't hurt to just inquire.

Reply by Michelle/AL on 8/13/08 8:21pm
Msg #259985

Thanks for the information

Eventually (sooner than later) I will need to accept credit card payments and will look into this at that time. I'm not crazy about PayPal's credit card options.

Reply by Philip Johnson on 8/13/08 9:09pm
Msg #259996

When they won't tell you thier fees on the site,

that's not a good sign.

Reply by LKT/CA on 8/13/08 9:30pm
Msg #259999

Re: When they won't tell you thier fees on the site,

<<<When they won't tell you thier fees on the site, that's not a good sign.>>>

Higher volume businesses probably get better rates than those that transact less. I've spoken to them before, plus compared them to other merchant services, including the one recommended by my bank, Wamu. They all vary in their fee schedule but are within close range of each other. For me, it boils down to the cost of the wireless terminal, airtime and contract length.

I'll return their call tomorrow and see what they are offering in their newest promotion. I was looking for something like paypal. Also, to turn checks into electronic debits (Telecheck) is something I will investigate too.