Liquor license costs range anywhere from $300 to $14,000 and can take 5-6 months to process, depending on state, county, local and even federal licensing requirements, as well as application and processing time and fees. In New York, for example, license and filing fees total $4,552, while California new license and processing fees total $13,900….
5 Best Cafe POS Systems for 2018
A cafe POS system is designed to help small coffee shops and eateries efficiently manage counter, seated, take-out, and delivery orders, plus oversee general business needs. Customer service tools, quick order-taking, and ticket-tracking top the list of needed features in good cafe POS software. Those tools and more are what our top 5 cafe POS picks…
5 Best Mobile Credit Card Processing Options for 2018
Mobile credit card processing lets you process credit card payments on-the-go using a mobile credit card reader connected to your smartphone or tablet. Some mobile payments solutions are stand-alone, others require additional payment services. We compared 5 top mobile credit card processing providers that cover a full range of mobile payments options for small businesses….
Planning Your Restaurant Floor Plan – Step-by-Step Instructions
Designing a restaurant floor plan involves more than rearranging tables. Your restaurant layout both supports operational workflow and communicates your brand to patrons. Experts agree that a 6-step approach works best, starting with allocating space to your kitchen and dining areas. A 40/60 split is the rule of thumb but can vary based on your…
7 Best Employee Time Clocks for 2018
An electronic or digital employee time clock helps you track when workers come and go. There are two types: mounted-to-the-wall time clocks and newer cloud-based employee time clock systems. We looked at both types of employee time clocks and focused on those that are easy to use and have a good range of features for…
Best Business Internet Service Provider 2018: Charter Spectrum vs Verizon FiOS vs Comcast
Setting up your office can be an exciting if overwhelming task. One of the first things you’re likely to do is to arrange for internet service to be installed. However, it’s easy to make a poor decision in the rush so you should be researching which internet service provider (ISP) to connect your office with…
5 Best Bar POS Systems for Small Business, 2018
A bar POS system is designed to help bar staff and managers oversee beverage service, so it must do more than a standard retail POS system. Drink recipe lists, substitutions, price scheduling, split inventory for liquor pours, and tab management are just a few things to look for in bar POS software, and what our…
Cash Registers vs POS Systems: Which is Best for Retailers?
Retail store owners can choose a basic cash register or advanced POS cash register to manage payments and track sales. Basic electronic cash registers are suitable for some businesses, but most are moving toward feature-filled POS cash registers that more efficiently run operations. We explore both options and help pinpoint the best solution for your…
Top 6 Merchant Services Providers for Small Business in 2018
Choosing the best merchant services for your unique needs depends on many factors. Merchant account providers offer several different types of fee structures and some are better than others for small businesses. We review 6 top-rated merchant services providers in this guide and examine the differences in plans, prices, and other key service features. Best…
Top 20 Product Description Tips from the Pros
As with other marketing efforts, there are best practices for writing effective product descriptions. Nowadays, online shoppers rely on detailed product descriptions as much as they put value on pretty product photos, so a well written description is a huge factor in making online sales. If you own or are planning to create an e-commerce…
How to Buy an ATM Machine For Your Business
Buying an ATM for your business can be an easy way to generate extra income through surcharge fees, additional foot traffic, and additional purchases. However not all businesses make decent money adding an ATM business to their store. In this guide we’ll walk you through how to: Determine if your store is a good fit…
How to Start a Vending Machine Business in 5 Steps
The keys to building a vending machine business are finding and selling the right locations, having a lot of locations, keeping machines clean and stocked, and maximizing net margins on your inventory. The steps to start a vending machine business are: Decide if a vending machine business is for you Figure out what type of…
