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Auto repair shops often face a tough situation—customers need essential repairs right away, but paying the full amount upfront isn’t always possible. While credit cards and financing are options, they don’t work for everyone. Many customers prefer to pay by check, but that comes with risks like insufficient funds, stop payments, or closed accounts.

Veterinary practices provide the best possible care for pets, but rising treatment costs can create challenges for both clinics and pet owners. Unexpected expenses often lead pet parents to delay or decline necessary care, while clinics face the challenge of offering flexible payment options without risking their financial stability.

Returned checks have been a challenge for businesses since checks first appeared in the U.S. in 1681. Solutions for this issue vary widely, from promises of "free online check verification" to advice on "how to verify check funds before they bounce." But the truth remains: free check verification is as mythical as a free lunch.

In the competitive world of auto sales, a perfect Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) score is more than a badge of honor; it’s a crucial measure of success. CSI scores, derived from post-sale customer surveys, reflect the overall buying experience at a dealership. High scores signify excellent service, attracting new buyers and fostering customer loyalty, while low scores can harm both reputation and profitability. A 2024 J.D. Power Customer Service Index study on luxury and mass market brands outlines the most important areas of focus for dealers:

In the world of dentistry, healthy smiles are a top priority. But for many patients, achieving those smiles can come with a financial hurdle. The cost of dental procedures, especially orthodontics like braces, can strain even the most prepared budgets. As a dentist, you understand this, and offering flexible payment options is key to ensuring your patients get the care they need.

Forget the stereotype of passive income as a distant dream. This is a unique opportunity: becoming an Independent Sales Organization (ISO) for check processing services. Partnering with a reputable company like CrossCheck allows you to build a steady stream of income that keeps flowing even when you're not actively selling.

Is the construction industry headed for a slowdown? Don't let wobbly markets and high interest rates throw a wrench in your cash flow! Here's a breakdown of what contractors and building material suppliers can expect for the rest of 2024, plus smart tips to ensure you get paid on time - no matter what the economy throws your way.

Though the use of paper checks has declined, check payments still accounts for more than $27 trillion according to the Federal Reserve . While credit- and debit card payments have steadily increased, they come with a fee - most often around 3 percent - and many merchants and retailers are opting to pass that cost onto the consumer. But with innovative payment solutions like Mobile Pay and ACH Pay-by-Link, merchants can take advantage of low-cost options that can save thousands of dollars by circumventing prohibitive credit card fees.

There are a myriad ways to deposit checks for your goods and services but how do you get your money the fastest? In many ways, it depends on your bank. However, there are financial tools that will speed up the time it takes before the money actually reaches your account and that is where CrossCheck comes in. CrossCheck has multiple services that ensure the work you completed, or the goods you sold, are paid for. Paired with our Check Guarantee premium, you will never be left with an unpaid bill.

Nurturing loyal customers and maximizing repeat business is crucial for long-term success. One effective strategy for acheiving this is with ACH payments and CrossCheck's ACH Pay-by-Link solution is the perfect option for merchants. Whether you own an auto repair business, a veterinary clinic, a wholesale building supply yard, or almost anything in-between, repeat business is your bread and butter. A car will always need work, a contractor always needs building supplies, and a pet always needs checkups, flea and tick medications, shots, etc. Inherent in all these businesses is trust, familiarity and convenience; in other words, once customers feel these comfortable feelings, they will usually return to the same merchant for years. With CrossCheck's ACH Pay-by-Link service, all measurable qualities required for repeat business are checked off.