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Visa and Mastercard Just Hiked Their Fees Again:  Here's What UK Businesses Need to Know
Ben Buey 27/07/2026 Ben Buey 27/07/2026

Visa and Mastercard Just Hiked Their Fees Again: Here's What UK Businesses Need to Know

If your current card processing costs feel "slow, unreliable or expensive," then now is the time to understand exactly what is happening to your bottom line.

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Witchford Sports & Social Club CASE STUDY:  How One Club Saved £811 a Year by Switching to Dojo (Without Ditching Their SumUp Machines)
Ben Buey 16/07/2026 Ben Buey 16/07/2026

Witchford Sports & Social Club CASE STUDY: How One Club Saved £811 a Year by Switching to Dojo (Without Ditching Their SumUp Machines)

I recently sat down with the team at Witchford to analyse their merchant statements. By making a strategic move to Dojo, they didn’t just upgrade their hardware; they unlocked a saving of £811.60 per year.

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Motor Trade Case Study: How Culloden Cars Saved £810 a year just in Fixed fees
Ben Buey 01/07/2026 Ben Buey 01/07/2026

Motor Trade Case Study: How Culloden Cars Saved £810 a year just in Fixed fees

When I looked at his invoices from Worldpay, the headline rate actually looked very good ,but the real numbers were eye-opening.

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Dojo Flex Funds:  An Always-On Funding Safety Net for Your Business
Ben Buey 26/06/2026 Ben Buey 26/06/2026

Dojo Flex Funds: An Always-On Funding Safety Net for Your Business

It is not a traditional loan; it is a revolving capital facility that sits in the background, ready when you are.

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The World Cup Card Chaos:  Why It's Time to Switch Card Terminals Before the Next England Game
Ben Buey 25/06/2026 Ben Buey 25/06/2026

The World Cup Card Chaos: Why It's Time to Switch Card Terminals Before the Next England Game

England was taking on Ghana in a crucial World Cup group game. The atmosphere was electric, the drinks were flowing, and for a few hours, the focus was entirely on the pitch.

Then, at the busiest possible moment, the screens didn't fail, but the bar service did

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Dojo Business Rewards Card:  How 1% Cashback Can Offset Your Card Processing Fees
Ben Buey 22/06/2026 Ben Buey 22/06/2026

Dojo Business Rewards Card: How 1% Cashback Can Offset Your Card Processing Fees

What if the money your business already spends on stock, fuel, and supplies could actually pay for your card machine fees?

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Why ‘Not Showing Your Hand’ is Costing Your Business Money
Ben Buey 17/06/2026 Ben Buey 17/06/2026

Why ‘Not Showing Your Hand’ is Costing Your Business Money

In his mind, he was being a savvy negotiator…..

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Why Your Card Fees Just Went Up: The Truth About Merchant Services UK in 2026
Ben Buey 16/06/2026 Ben Buey 16/06/2026

Why Your Card Fees Just Went Up: The Truth About Merchant Services UK in 2026

While your "headline rate" might look the same as it did two years ago, the actual amount leaving your bank account tells a different story….

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Motor Trade Case Study: How Wrights Motors Saved £3,000 a Year
Ben Buey 11/06/2026 Ben Buey 11/06/2026

Motor Trade Case Study: How Wrights Motors Saved £3,000 a Year

Most business owners are far too busy running their operations to worry about the fine print of a merchant statement….

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Is 1.69% Too Much? Why Ditching Your Card Machine Could Cost Your Business More
Ben Buey 10/06/2026 Ben Buey 10/06/2026

Is 1.69% Too Much? Why Ditching Your Card Machine Could Cost Your Business More

Is 1.69% too expensive? Yes, absolutely. But is going cash-only the answer? No……

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The 'Cash Only' Nightmare:  Why Reliable Card Machines are Saving Local Businesses Right Now
Ben Buey 10/06/2026 Ben Buey 10/06/2026

The 'Cash Only' Nightmare: Why Reliable Card Machines are Saving Local Businesses Right Now

If you have spent any time on Facebook or Instagram over the last few weeks, you have likely seen the trend. A local pub posts a photo of a handwritten sign: "Card machine down. Cash only today. Sorry for the inconvenience." Then a hairdresser follows suit. Then the local takeaway.

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The New Dojo Go Max: A Bigger, Faster Card Machine for UK Businesses
Ben Buey 05/06/2026 Ben Buey 05/06/2026

The New Dojo Go Max: A Bigger, Faster Card Machine for UK Businesses

We talk a lot about "fast" payments, but the Dojo Go Max puts a number on it. This terminal is capable of processing transactions in under 2 seconds……

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Motor Trade Case Study: How MB Motors NI Saved £3,000 a Year
Ben Buey 21/05/2026 Ben Buey 21/05/2026

Motor Trade Case Study: How MB Motors NI Saved £3,000 a Year

In the motor trade, margins are often tight, and overheads are relentless…

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Proud to Partner with the IMDA: A Huge Win for Independent Motor Dealers
Ben Buey 20/05/2026 Ben Buey 20/05/2026

Proud to Partner with the IMDA: A Huge Win for Independent Motor Dealers

To celebrate this partnership, I am offering an exclusive £100 cashback bonus to any IMDA member who signs up for a merchant account through That Card Machine Guy.

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Paying it Forward:  Why We’re Supporting a Brilliant Local Cause
Ben Buey 19/05/2026 Ben Buey 19/05/2026

Paying it Forward: Why We’re Supporting a Brilliant Local Cause

Recently, I had the pleasure of connecting with Theresa, from a truly remarkable charity

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How to Choose the Best Card Machine for Small Business UK (Compared for 2026)
Ben Buey 18/05/2026 Ben Buey 18/05/2026

How to Choose the Best Card Machine for Small Business UK (Compared for 2026)

If you are still using the same card machine you signed up for three years ago, you are likely overpaying…

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The "Free" Card Machine:  How to Make Your Suppliers Pay Your Merchant Fees
Ben Buey 18/05/2026 Ben Buey 18/05/2026

The "Free" Card Machine: How to Make Your Suppliers Pay Your Merchant Fees

This is not theory. It is simple maths…

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Card Machines for Small Business 101:  The Simple Way to Accept Payments for £39.99
Ben Buey 15/05/2026 Ben Buey 15/05/2026

Card Machines for Small Business 101: The Simple Way to Accept Payments for £39.99

The £39.99 Strategy: Clear, Simple, Fair….

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Stop Paying the 'Lazy Tax':  The Real Reason Your Merchant Fees Are So High
Ben Buey 13/05/2026 Ben Buey 13/05/2026

Stop Paying the 'Lazy Tax': The Real Reason Your Merchant Fees Are So High

It isn't a tax levied by the government. It’s the extra cost you pay……

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Motor Trade Case Study: How jim reid vehicle sales Saved £4,000 a Year
Ben Buey 11/05/2026 Ben Buey 11/05/2026

Motor Trade Case Study: How jim reid vehicle sales Saved £4,000 a Year

Busy business owners rarely have the time to audit their merchant statements

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