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Interesting figures out from Dunn and Bradstreet point to an easy way to increase POS revenue at events and even in general business transactions. Quite simply, push the power of plastic. Findings show the average American consumer will spend between 12 and 18 percent more per transaction when using a credit card as opposed to cash or check, even on small ticket purchases. For instance, global fast food giant McDonald’s reports their average sale per customer increased from $4.50 to $7.00 when using their credit/debit card. And most other establishments where the average ticket is above $20.00 find more than half of their customers will opt for plastic over cash.
FAQs About CC Processing Accounts
A merchant account is a type of bank account that allows businesses such as yourself, to accept payments made by credit and or debit cards. It is linked to a credit card processing company who does the underwriting for all the processed transactions. Once an account is established and approved, you will then be set up to accept credit/debit cards and those transactions will then be deposited into your bank account once settled.
A Merchant account is needed in order to safely and legally accept credit/debit payments from your customers. Additionally, findings show the average American consumer will spend between 12 and 18 percent more per transaction when using a credit card as opposed to cash or check, even on small ticket purchases.
When going through American Metro you have easy access to statements and questions, no cancellation or early termination fees, and 24 hour on call support for any issues or questions. We work directly with the processor so you don't have to. We can assist with your PCI Compliance & get your application done quickly.
With our multiple processors we are sure to be able to save you & your customers money.
We SPECIALIZE in short term event accounts. Need an account for just a one-day event need it for a week or two? We can do that! When your event is over, we simply close the account permanently or seasonally if your event(s) are reoccurring.
Merchant Accounts: Your Gateway to
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Lisa Kauffman
Food Committee Chair, Make A Wish"What an amazing day our convoy was this year! Thank you for all you did to make the 25th Annual Mother’s Day Truck Convoy successful. We are grateful for your gift of four cash registers for the food tent including the programming."
Honore Arsenault
Director of Business Technology, Vera Bradley"Wow, what an amazing year! Minimal issues and as usual you guys always make the venue more fun just by being there."
Harry Barzilay
Event Merchandising Project Manager, Zumba Fitness"It was a pleasure working with the American Metro family. Really, you are a great business partner. Your team are truly hard workers and deliver outstanding service and support. A++ Thank you."
Paige McConney
Fusion Marketing"Thank you for everything. Our event was a great success and the equipment worked out great. I will definitely use your services in the future."
Greg Hegmans
Hogan Brother’s Acoustic Cafe"We worked with your company for many years, and we would like to extend a big thank you for the wonderful service. In particular, we would like to commend Steve Granning for providing EXCELLENT service. He was very responsive and efficient in his work. He was a pleasure to work with."
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