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Canada Credit Card Processing Solution for Photographers

December 1, 2009 – 4:30 pm

We have been very busy the last few months getting a canadian solution for photographers.  Beanstream is an amazing company, and I believe they will prove themselves in the coming months to be a great credit card solution for canadian photographers.  Beanstream will work with ShootQ which is even more exciting for those in Canada Using ShootQ for their studios and wedding photography businesses.

Ryan Kenny

CEO

If you have any questions about how to setup your account with ShootQ or about Beanstream please feel free to give me a call at 303.875.0621.

 

Other blog posts you might like:

Authorize.net and ShootQ

DWF Digital Wedding Forum Credit Card Processing

 

 

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What do I need to look for when opening a merchant account??

October 6, 2009 – 8:17 am

For photographers who have never accepted credit cards before, trying to figure out if you have a fair deal or not can be quite a task.  Many processors pitch a rate and tell you there are no hidden fees, then a couple of months down the road, you see that you are paying much more than expected.  Here is a punch list of things to look for when signing up.

-Stay away from tiered pricing.  Many processors set up clients with what is called tiered pricing.  You have a qualified/mid/non qualified rate.  The problem is that there are over 200 different types of Visa and MC, and they all have different rates.  So more than likely you are getting over charged on most cards.  Look for Cost Plus or Interchange Plus pricing

-Look for any hidden fees. Take a look at the contract and make sure you know what you are signing.  Track down the Schedule A and make sure you are comfortable with everything.  Red flags are MONTHLY MINIMUMS, ANNUAL FEES, HIGH STATEMENT GATEWAY FEES, and of course high RATES.

-Contracts with long terms or cancellation fees. Do not get locked into a long term agreement with cancellation fees.  This is bad news.

This is just a short list of what to look for.  Please contact me if you have any questions on your current set up or if you are looking into accepting credit cards.  Look for more tips soon.

Ryan

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Marathon Press Webinars

October 5, 2009 – 2:40 pm

Marathon Press is putting on a lot of new webinars coming up.  At a mere $47,  this kind of information is priceless to the photographer in todays market.  The great thing about these webinars are they save a lot of money on travel accommodations and food.  You can sign up for the webinars at marathon press.

 

Ron Dawson-

Times: 
1PM - 2PM Eastern 
12PM - 1PM Central 
11AM - 12PM Mountain 
10AM - 11AM Pacific 

Detailed and Practical Uses of Twitter, Facebook, & Blogging

Rick Ferro

The Power behind the image:  The basics of studio lighting

Times: 
8PM - 9PM Eastern 
7PM - 8PM Central 
6PM - 7PM Mountain 
5PM - 6PM Pacific

Kay Eskridge

Times: 
8PM - 9PM Eastern 
7PM - 8PM Central 
6PM - 7PM Mountain 
5PM - 6PM Pacific 

Wow on a budget- designing a profitable project room

 

Other speakers include:

Dennis and lori craft

Clay Blackmore

Deborah Lynn Ferro

Randy Brister

Lisa Crayford

Mike Fulton with Tricoast Photography

 

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How do I get my Authorize.net API Key

September 21, 2009 – 9:14 am

Blogs are great for getting out information that can answer questions that people have on a regular basis.  Your authorize.net API key will be used to interface your merchant service account with payment software such as Shootq or Transactions for the iphone.

 

1. Go to authorize.net and log in
2. Click Settings in the main left side menu under account
3. Click API Login ID and Transaction Key under Security Settings
4. Under Create New Transaction Key, enter your Secret Answer.
5. Click Submit

That is all there is to it.  If you have any questions please let me know.

 

This information will be important for anyone with the following software

1. Shootq

2. Apple IPhone credit card processing

3. Pick Pic by Lickity pixel a whcc company

4. Red Cart

5. Photocart

Studio Cloud

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I am back

September 21, 2009 – 9:03 am

I will be returning all of the emails and phone calls I received over the last 4 days.  I will talk to you guys soon.

 

Ryan

Photography Merchant Systems

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Out of Country

September 18, 2009 – 12:00 pm

I just wanted to make a quick note about my travel schedule this week.  I will be out of the country starting Thursday thru Monday 9-17  through 9-21.   If you need immediate assistance please email Steve at steve@photographymerchantsystems.com or call him at 720.422.9972

 

 

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Photography Website Resource Top 10 Website Companies for Photographers

September 15, 2009 – 12:21 pm

Find out 10 best photography website companies

As a company that sets up credit card processing for Photographers and the Photography community we have clients in every stage of business. Some clients are just starting out all the way to seasoned pro’s that have been working in the industry for 30 years or more. The aim of this blog is not only to give good solid information on financial issues for photographers but good information about the industry and sometimes comedy relief.

Today I would like to give some resources for finding a great website. For many of you your website is your storefront. Here is a list of companies that will work with photographers to help carry your message.

Top 10 Companies that make Websites for Photographers ( in no particular order)

1.BluDomain - http://www.bludomain.com
2.FloSites - http://www.flosites.com
3. Flash Palette - http://www.flashpalette.com
4. LiveBooks - http://www.livebooks.com
5. Into The Darkroom - http://www.intothedarkroom.com
6. Tafota - http://tafota.com
7. Photoidentities - http://www.photoidentities.com
8. Creative Motion Design - http://www.creativemotiondesign.com/
9. PhotoBiz - http://www.photobiz.com
10. Big Folio - http://www.bigfolio.com

If you are a maker of websites for photographers and would like your website listed please get in touch with us to have your site added.

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Photographer Spotlights

August 5, 2009 – 8:11 am

Need another reason to get signed up with Photography Merchant Systems?  Not only do photographers get some of the best pricing and customer service around, but when you start processing, you will have an opportunity to post a photographer spotlight on my blog.

What other credit card processing company will do that for you?  In an age where SEO and having your work out to as many outlets as possible is so important, let me help you show off your best work.

Email me for more details….

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Mile High Photographers Meeting

March 25, 2009 – 3:46 pm

I want to thank Mile High Photographers for having me out to speak with all the great Colorado Wedding Photographers.  I was glad to share my knowledge of merchant systems and credit card processing with the group.  If you have further questions or would like a free analysis of your current statements please let me know at 303.875.0621.

 

If you are a colorado photographer and would like a great organization to join check out Mile High Photographers

 

 

Ryan

 

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