Jumat, 14 Maret 2014

Things You Should Know About The ATM Wholesale Business Before You Invest

By Gwen Lowe


It's quite difficult to imagine a city with no ATM machines anymore. For years, consumers have become dependent on these machines that they use to handle their savings and even pay their bills. These machines will surely stay popular because they save people time and effort. Because of these benefits, it is no wonder many people are now considering going into the ATM wholesale business.

Nowadays, you don't just find these ATM machines in banks or other financial institutions. You'll find them in supermarkets, drugstores, convenience stores, shops and other places where there is high traffic. Thus, if you have a store or you know of a location where people often go, you can use this opportunity to set up an easy business that does not demand much of your time.

One critical question you should ask yourself if you plan on getting into the ATM business is whether you would rather own or lease one. There are many companies that offer various options such as direct purchase or lease-to-own. Keep in mind that there are also other costs every month, one of which is the high cost of maintaining these machines.

Some ATM companies are set up as franchises, while others allow you to rent their machines for a monthly fee. Although choosing a franchise means a higher initial investment, you get benefits from the franchise parent company such as help in finding the best locations, assistance in managing the business, bookkeeping and maintenance of the machines. Usually, you can get parts and services cheaper from companies selling wholesale ATM machines.

An ideal ATM supplier is one that not only sells you the machines, but also provides post sales services. Some companies can give you both direct purchase or lease-to-own options. Consider all these options before you sign the agreement. Keep in mind that the cheapest machine may not be the best one to buy, as these may have problems or the company may provide poor customer service.

Be careful about buying pre-used ATM machines that you may find cheap in internet auction shops. Some of these machines are not password encrypted and you may not be able to use them. Today's machines are encrypted so as to safeguard the consumer's transactions. Remember to deal only with suppliers with good track records and have earned good feedback from their customers.

After choosing a good supplier, get a copy of the agreement before you sign. Some suppliers may require you to sign a long-term contract, while others may just ask you to sign up to 2-3 years. Find out how much are the fees and other incidental costs that you have to pay prior to installing the machine on your chosen site.

Remember that if your machine breaks up frequently, you will be losing business everyday. Consider 2-3 ATM machine suppliers and study what they are offering before you buy a machine. Make sure the company will give you a daily transaction report and hat there are no hidden fees that you are not aware of when you sign the agreement.




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