James Shannon

Pennsylvania sales tax on card surcharges and convenience fees illustration

State Tax Compliance August 15, 2026 35 min read

Pennsylvania Sales Tax on Card Surcharges and Convenience Fees: What PA Merchants Must Collect and Show on a Receipt

If a customer pays for a taxable Pennsylvania sale with a credit card and the merchant adds a surcharge or payment fee, should sales tax apply only to the original selling price,...

Farmers market vendor accepting card and cash payments at a Central Pennsylvania community event

Payment Processing August 15, 2026 38 min read

Taking Payments at Farmers Markets, Fairs, and Fire-Hall Events in Central PA: Permits, Connectivity, Cash Handling

Selling at a farmers market in Carlisle, a festival in Harrisburg, a craft fair near State College, or a fundraising event at a local fire hall can look simple from the customer...

March 11, 2026 10 min read

Reduce Declines and Fraud Without Raising Fees

In the world of digital commerce, profits can be significantly impacted by even a 1% improvement in the approval rate or a marginal decrease in the chargebacks. However, due to the difficulties...

Payment Security August 12, 2025 9 min read

Steps to Take Immediately After a Payment Data Breach

A payment data breach can feel like a business owner’s worst nightmare—sudden, disruptive, and deeply damaging to both trust and operations. In a matter of moments, sensitive customer information can fall into...

December 16, 2024 6 min read

Top 5 Benefits of Integrating Advanced POS Systems into Your Business

1. Streamlined Operations and Efficiency Integrating an advanced POS system can significantly enhance your business operations. Traditional cash registers or outdated POS setups often require manual entry, leading to errors and inefficiencies....