What is my first step to selling online?

You need to set up an Internet merchant account. This allows you to accept and process credit card transactions. All businesses, whether traditional brick-and-mortar, online or a combination of both, need a merchant account with a financial institution. How do I get a merchant account? We can provide you with a convenient online application through Cardservices International (CSI), the leading merchant account provider in the United States. You can access it at Get Merchant ID. This merchant account will be good for your E-Store and your brick-and-mortar store as well. What if I already have a merchant account for my brick-and-mortar store? You will need to check with you financial institution to make sure it is valid for use on the Internet. If it is not, you can apply for a merchant account through CSI at Get Merchant ID. How long will it take to get my merchant account? CSI approves most merchant accounts within two to three business days depending upon your business financial ...  more