Compare Credit Card Merchant Accounts - Find the Best Deal on a Merchant Account

Compare Credit Card Merchant Accounts - As with most products and services, it is worth your time to shop around for several offers before committing to one merchant account provider.

Start-up costs and monthly fees usually vary widely among providers, so try to apply with at least three or four vendors before deciding on a service. Remember that merchant account applications are typically free, so you have nothing to lose.

If you find an affordable service but are not ready to make a long-term commitment to the provider, ask if the vendor will give you a 30-day trial period. During this initial period, you can cancel your account at any time without penalty.

Finally, keep in mind that price is not everything--features and customer service count for something too. Look for merchant account providers that offer round-the-clock support, free POS terminals, and other perks to their customers.