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Even lower card processing rates now available

Posted on in Business News , Cycles News , Creative News, Outdoor News

Following recent news that card payments are quickly becoming the payment method of choice worldwide - having topped 200 billion transactions in 2013* - ActSmart are pleased to announce even lower processing rates for subscribers.

Our market knowledge combined with significant negotiating power and long-term relationship with Global Payments enables us to ensure we continue to give our subscribers the best possible rates available. With c.500 outlets now using our exclusive package with Global Payments, generating over £200m worth of transactions annually, ActSmart have introduced their lowest ever rates.

As of November 2014, Gold and Platinum subscribers can now benefit from rates as low as 1.065%** - our lowest ever.

"I am very happy to say that the ActSmart card processing scheme is still the most competitive having looked at several recent offers by other service providers" Nigel Hill, Sidcup Cycle Centre

*www.paymentscardsandmobile.com/200-billion-card-payments-worldwide-2013

**1.065% based on visa card payment rates for company with turnover from £750,000 - £1 million. See full rate card here

Additional benefits

On top of these exclusive rates, as an ActSmart subscriber you are also entitled to free account set-up (normally £150), free terminal rental for the first three months and ongoing discounted terminal rental. The average saving for scheme participants is £720 p.a. compared to the standard tariff.

Plus, as a Global Payments user, retailers are able to access the popular Experts Cards scheme, enabling specialist retailers to offer their customers a professionally produced, multi-functional card with a low cost entry point and national recognition as an Experts Card retailer.

You can have a fully functional gift card, loyalty card, promotions card, or savings card scheme within weeks and our specialist partner Savvy will be available to guide you through the process. Click here to find out more.

About Global Payments

Global Payments are market experts with over 40 years of payment processing experience. They deliver secure, cost-effective and comprehensive Card Processing solutions that can be tailored to meet your individual business needs.

They provide solutions for all sizes of businesses and for those who want to take payments via the internet or over the phone.

Switch to Global Payments today and join over 500 outlets currently benefitting from ActSmart's exclusive package.
It's easier than you think... Switching to Global Payments involves a quick application over the telephone with an individual who will handle your application from start to finish, providing the best possible customer experience throughout the transfer process.

The average time from application to receipt of new terminal is 10 working days, subject to approval.

The most common misconception is thinking that you need to have your business bank account with the same provider as your card processing facility - you don't!

Click here to find out more.

What next?

If you are already a Global Payments merchant you will need to contact Global Payments on 0800 731 8921 for a rate review to ensure you are placed on the most recent rates.

If you are not currently using Global Payments for card processing, you can contact Global Payments on 0800 731 8921 or contact us for a no obligation quote and find out how easy it is to switch to Global Payments.

If you aren't currently an ActSmart subscriber, click here to see the full range of services you could benefit from by joining, in addition to benefiting from preferential card processing rates.

 

 

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