Our appearance at last week’s ERA D2C Convention may have been a first for Instabill, but we are veterans of direct response merchant services, having been in the business for 15 years. It is an industry for which we have many payment options and many features, and the D2C Show was an excellent platform to…
Category: Merchant Accounts
Nutraceutical Merchant Accounts: Instabill Has New Options
A provider of high risk merchant services since 2001, Instabill is offering additional payment processing options for nutraceutical merchant accounts. Instabill’s new international banking solution includes many perks, such as: Solutions for startups Free trials Unlimited volume Recurring billing Rates for Nutraceutical Merchants ‘So, what are your rates?’ It is usually the first question we…
Startup Credit Card Processing with Instabill
The Internet Boom of the 21st century has proved to be the perfect habitat for startups to operate in. Everything from social media to ride-sharing got its start as an internet startup, and some of these companies are now multi-million dollar organizations. People are constantly coming up with great ideas, but often struggle when trying…
E-Cigarettes Surge in Popularity, Showcased On Screen
The two detectives cruise the streets of Greater Los Angeles at night. The air is stiff, the tension palpable. They trade barbed points regarding the case they’re working on as they struggle to make it through the rest of their shift together. There is a break in the conversation–the detective behind the wheel pulls her…
California To Consider Online Gambling
In the quest for legal online gambling nationwide, California may emerge as the next state to embrace the industry. For now, state legislature is only considering online poker—part of an effort to make traditional casinos part of the game. However, the bill would throw one of the industry’s biggest merchants—PokerStars—by the wayside. Online Gambling in…
Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Planned for Boston
Boston could be the next major US city to see medical marijuana dispensaries on its streets. With the use of medical marijuana becoming more and more embraced each day, it is no wonder that local business owners want to take their products right to the forefront of the city. However, despite marijuana for medical use…
4 Theories Behind Recent Bitcoin Volatility
Over the weekend of Oct. 4-5, Bitcoin value dipped to $290 – its lowest figure in a year. On Monday, Oct. 13, it escalated to about $380. Bitcoin volatility is obvious, particularly when looking at an hourly graph charting its value. One theory says that cryptocurrency enthusiasts and advocates have underrated the constant peaks and…
Marijuana Schools Teach Growing, Selling, Investing
The business of marijuana is booming, so much so that enthusiasts can choose from a handful of marijuana schools to learn about all facets of the business. From anywhere between $200-$500, “students” can learn growing and selling techniques within the regulations and using the marijuana trade as an investment. Medical marijuana is legal in nearly…
Does E-Cigarette Use As a Quit-Smoking Aid Lead to Success?
A University College London study says that the use of e-cigarettes as a quit-smoking aid has proven to be a successful option. The study, published on the Addiction Journal website, was conducted from 2009-14, and surveyed 5,863 smokers in the UK. As the debate continues regarding the long term health effects of e-cigarettes, the study…
Debt Collection Merchants Rights: Are They Changing?
Debt collection merchants need to pay strict attention to a recent Michigan court case that could have a lasting impact on their industry. In the court case, a condominium owner disputed a $55 charge from the homeowners association regarding a home assessment. The homeowner disputed the charge because he didn’t know what it was for,…