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How can we accept credit cards at our temporary call center?

stuboo — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:46:44 -0800

A company I do a bit of consulting for wants to test an infomercial for their hummingbird feeders. The infomercial directs viewers to a phone number that connects to our call center where they can place an order. How should we process that order? We've considered using PayPal, but there has to be a better way. I'm also concerned that submitting multiple credit card transactions to PayPal from a single ip address and to a single company will raise red flags and result in a suspended account - that can't happen while we're trying to take orders.

how much for "as seen on TV"?

beckish — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 10:30:37 -0800

Say I wanted to make an infomercial...any ideas on how much a 30 minute infomercial would cost? and how much airtime costs or where to find out? I've contacted a production company for a quote but this is all very foreign to me! I'm trying to get rough estimates for a business plan and have no idea where to look...

I can't believe I'm asking a question about Tater Mitts.

beaucoupkevin — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 12:13:14 -0800

Do Tater Mitts work? Yes, I love mashed potatoes. No, I am not joking. Yes, I'm generally very skeptical of infomercials. (And yes, I know it's better to leave the skins on, but the person I live with hates that with an unbelievable passion.)