Credit Cards Anyone???

[micko]

As above you would have to be mad to put your pin number in to a phone that was not yours. I would never use this system.

 

[Ian]

How soon after the customer makes their payment do you get the money? Some of these systems are a right scam, they take the money out of the customers account straight away but, don't pay it to you for up to 33 days. So not only do they charge you for the privilege, they screw up cash flow and rob you of interest. Read the small print if you do choose to do this.


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[Peter]

Wouldn't enter my pin number into someone's phone or computer, can't see it taking off.

 

[Tiler Blackpool]

Wouldn't enter my pin number into someone's phone or computer, can't see it taking off.

Thanks all, The customer doesnt put there pin in, its the old signature method. The system also doesnt save any details of the card and has the same security standards as youd get in a shop so shouldnt be a problem. As its free, i ordered one last night so i'l keep you posted on how it goes. booked up until christmas so wont be using it until then. Thought id get it purely for advertising purposes and have already had one enquiry on twitter.

 

[Tiler Blackpool]

Also Ajax, i think its 2.75% as you dont have to pay a rental fee like with other systems. And Bryan, i think it pays you the first 100 straight away and the rest after 15 days (from what i remember!) Obviously id prefer cash, cheque or bank transfer but its just another option for the customer seeing as people love to go mad on their credit cards these days!

 

[Diggy]

Cash or Bank transfer , simples.

Diggy

 

[Ajax123]

Also Ajax, i think its 2.75% as you dont have to pay a rental fee like with other systems. And Bryan, i think it pays you the first 100 straight away and the rest after 15 days (from what i remember!) Obviously id prefer cash, cheque or bank transfer but its just another option for the customer seeing as people love to go mad on their credit cards these days!

Ah that would explain the cost. Still wouldn't pay by this method personally but hey oh some will

 

[Qwerty]

I do get alot of people asking if I accept cards. I specify in my invoices that I do, but via PAYPAL only and they have to pay the fees involved (3.4%). I can invoice them instantly using the PAYPAL app on my iPhone and get the money there & then.

This card reader thing isnt all too bad though...... reading up on it shows it is totally secure.
I cant imagine a customer who has let you into their home leaving you alone with valuables refusing to trust you type details on your phone. My customers always trust me so I personally wouldnt see it being a problem. Im sure you could email them details with the initial estimates about the new option of paying by card and its security? I will be looking into it a bit further for sure. Even if it secures one job in a year it would be worth it.

 

[Qwerty]

Here is a BBC article on it.......

BBC News - iZettle and the modernisation of money

 

[Tiler Blackpool]

At the end of the day, if the potential customer doesnt want to pay by credit card they dont have to, but its definately another option for those without a choice. And i think it will definately bring in more work in the future. More options the merrier i say!!
Thanks for your opinions. il keep you posted!