Local card terminal reseller and installer

Independent shops, cafes, salons, takeaways, market traders and mobile businesses that need a card machine or want cheaper processing.

Mostly commission or a share of the processing fees from the provider, which can continue while the customer stays. Some resellers also add a fee for setup, training or hardware.

• Friendly, honest selling
• Explaining fees in plain English
• Comfortable with simple tech and troubleshooting
• Following up and keeping customers happy

• Check with the FCA and your chosen provider whether your role needs any registration or authorisation, as rules differ for introducers and agents
• Check how and when commission is paid, and what happens if a customer cancels early
• Be clear about contract lengths and fees so customers are not misled
• Check data protection duties if you handle customer details, and public liability or professional indemnity insurance
• Income depends on the provider, so avoid relying on only one

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around £200 to £1,000, depending on the demo equipment, travel and marketing materials you use to visit shops, cafes and market traders.

Check with the FCA and your chosen provider whether your role needs any registration or authorisation, as rules differ for introducers and agents. Also check data protection duties and insurance, and be clear about contract lengths and fees.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue of typically around £600 to £3,000, depending on the provider and how many customers you sign. Check how and when commission is paid. The estimates assume at least around 10 hours a week.