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We have over 20+ years of Experience in Payments & Banking Services.

We help UK businesses make confident, informed choices about how they accept card payments & how much they pay.

Our Services

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Online Comparison

FIND YOUR OWN PROVIDER

FREE

Perfect for small businesses or startups who want quick results without pressure. Use our free online tools to compare rates and services from a wide panel of trusted merchant service providers.

  • Instant card payment provider comparison

  • View merchant service rates, rental costs, and PDQ terminal options

  • Transparent data: no bias, no upselling

  • Ideal for shops, salons, tradespeople, cafés, ecommerce sites

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Assisted Comparison

EXPERT HELP, REMOTELY

£50 PER HOUR

Need help understanding merchant statements, pricing, or compliance? Our remote experts offer 1:1 guidance tailored to your business needs.

  • Personalised advice via video call or phone

  • Side-by-side comparisons of merchant accounts, card readers & payment gateways

  • Explanation of fees (interchange, MDR, PCI fees, terminal rental, etc.)

  • Advice on best practice and payment security

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121 Expert Support

BESPOKE SPECIALIST SERVICE

£350 PER DAY + TRAVEL

For complex businesses or high-volume merchants needing in-depth, on-site support. We’ll work closely with you to optimise payment systems, ensure compliance, and streamline operations.

  • In-person consultation with a payments expert

  • Audit of existing payment setup and reconciliation process

  • Tailored recommendations for cost savings and service improvement

  • Support with chargebacks, settlement terms, and integration

“There’s no way I could have navigated getting online payments set-up for my business without Tim’s help - now most of my sales are coming through my website…from all across the globe!! Thank you Tim & Team!!”

Mrs E - Owner of www.thebutterflycakeshop.co.uk, originally a home baker who, through the power of online payments, fantastic customers & lots of hard work, established a thriving cake decorating equipment ecommerce business, with customers worldwide.

Book an appointment

Please use our online booking portal to book your FREE 15 minute Chat, 1 hour Assisted Comparison Session or 121 Specialist Support.

You will be automatically sent confirmation once booked, including how to join the Video Call (via Google Meet) or amend the appointment if necersarry.

For paid services, you will be given the option to pay when booking OR for us to invoice you separately following completion of the call/meeting.

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