Customers want their payment experience to be fast, easy and secure. Merchant services enable you to accept and process a variety of payment types, from credit, debit and gift cards to mobile payments. Your customers aren’t the only ones who can benefit from the convenience and security of merchant services; your business can benefit, too.

Small business is booming in the United States as more and more aspiring entrepreneurs are looking to make their mark. If you are among those considering taking the leap, the following steps can help you prepare to launch your business.

Your finances and identity are especially vulnerable during the holidays, so it’s important to be diligent as you shop online, book flights and make end-of-year donations. Here are some scams to watch out for this season as cybercriminals attempt to steal your money, information and holiday spirit.

Being an entrepreneur can be an extremely lonely endeavor. If you’ve ever had that lonely-at-the-top feeling, read on. We have four ideas to help you overcome the challenges of solitude and put you on a path to healthier leadership.

Retirement can be its own reward: a time of gratification, relief and joy. As you set out to begin this new chapter of your life, it’s important to have the peace of mind that your finances are in good shape. Here are some tips designed to help you make the most of your money in retirement.

At a time when competition is intense and customer expectations are high, no matter what industry you call home, building loyalty in your brand is essential to repeat business and long-term growth. Making a true, lasting connection with your customers may require delighting them, by exceeding their expectations at every turn.

If you are recently married — or about to be married — one of the ways you can start off on the right foot is to decide how you will manage your money. Agreeing on a plan for budgeting, saving, spending and investing can make your day-to-day money management easier and help you reach your individual and collective goals faster.

Engaging in philanthropic, civic and social activities with the communities you serve isn’t just personally fulfilling; it can also fuel your company’s success. Community involvement can help you create goodwill, make valuable connections, and better understand customers’ needs and how you can fulfill them.

Customers, employees and investors are increasingly supportive of business leaders who are taking a sustainable approach to their business practices. If you’re looking to make meaningful changes toward environmental stewardship this year and beyond, we have ideas that may help strengthen your plans.

Here's how to develop a plan for saving in your 20s and 30s that will help with money management and cultivating sound financial habits that will serve you for life.