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Card processing fees now less than 1%

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

ActSmart are pleased to announce the lowest ever card processing rates for subscribers.

As announced last week , from 9th December interchange fees are being amended to make your card processing fees easier to understand. At the same time, Global Payments have taken the opportunity to also simplify the pricing structure on headline rates, reducing the cost to ActSmart 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 over 500 outlets now using our exclusive package with Global Payments, generating over £200m worth of transactions annually, ActSmart are now able to introduce the lowest ever rates.

Every Gold and Platinum subscriber has access to our lowest ever rates, paying no more than 1% headline rates on all transactions - no matter what your turnover.

Current Global Payments subscribers should be receiving a letter outlining these changes. You do not need to do anything, your new rates will come into force from January 2016. New Global Payments sign-ups will have access to the lowest rates immediately.

See the latest rates here

If you aren't currently with Global Payments, find out how much you could save by switching today!

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.

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!

However, there are advantages in doing so. By choosing to bank with Global Payment's preferred banking partner, HSBC, you'll benefit from your card payments being credited quicker improving your cash flow.

Call Global Payments on 0800 731 8921 or request a call back using the button below and a member of the Global Payments team will be in touch..

Additional benefits

Camping Experts cardsOn 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.

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.

 

 

 

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