If you’re one of the many small business owners who do not accept credit cards because of high merchant service fees or for whatever reason, lost sales has very likely become a daily or weekly bummer. But you don’t have to suffer those losses any more, not when these mobile payment options are available.

Using credit cards for small business is convenient, and in many cases, a necessity. But, using them unwisely can damage your company’s credit rating and cause you to mismanage your company’s finances. Keep these 9 rules top of mind so that credit cards help you meet your business goals, instead of ruining your bottom line.

Sure business cards such as pop-ups and holograms are cool, but the free online business card maker, SavvyCard beats them all hands-down. Take your branding to a whole new level with these cards you can deliver by email, text and other channels.

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