POS Systems · 20+ Options · East Texas
The Right POS System Changes How Your Business Runs. The Wrong One Just Gets in the Way.
Most business owners end up with whatever POS their processor handed them at signup. Sometimes that works. Often it doesn’t — and the cost shows up in slow checkout lines, missing reports, and features you’re paying for but never use. SureFunds helps you find the right fit from 20+ options, with no long-term contract and local support in Tyler, TX.
Or call or text Ty: 903-750-0422
Serving Tyler, TX and all of East Texas · No contracts · 20+ POS options
20+ Options
Hardware & software
Starts at $0
For qualified businesses
No Contracts
Month-to-month, always
Local Support
Tyler, TX — not a call center
The Problem
Why Most
Businesses
Outgrow Their
POS System
The POS system most businesses are running wasn’t chosen — it was just what came with the processing contract. That’s a problem, because the right system depends entirely on how your specific business operates.
It Was Chosen by the Processor, Not You
Processors push the equipment they profit from most, not the one that fits your workflow. A restaurant running a retail terminal, or a contractor using a countertop system at a job site, is working against their own setup every day.
Your Business Has Grown or Changed
A terminal that worked fine for $200,000 in annual sales may be holding you back at $800,000. More volume means you need better reporting, faster processing, and integrations that your old setup simply doesn’t support.
You’re Paying for a Lease That Makes No Sense
Many merchants are locked into 48-month equipment leases for terminals worth a few hundred dollars. At $60–$80 a month, that’s nearly $4,000 for something that should have been a one-time purchase.
Support Disappears After the Sale
National processors and big-box vendors hand you a 1-800 number and move on. When your system goes down on a Saturday night or a busy holiday, local support isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity.
You’re Not Using What You Have
Most modern POS systems include inventory tracking, sales reporting, and employee management. Most merchants use ten percent of those features — not because they don’t need them, but because nobody ever showed them how.
It’s Simply the Wrong Tool for Your Industry
A dental practice has completely different POS needs than a food truck. When the system isn’t built for your business type, every transaction takes longer and every workaround costs you time.
The SureFunds Difference
We Find the
Right Fit. Then
We Stay.
We carry 20+ POS hardware and software options. We’re not tied to any single manufacturer or platform, which means our only job is matching you to the system that fits how your business actually operates — not what’s easiest for us to sell.
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Needs Assessment First
Before we recommend anything, we learn how your business runs — your volume, your staff, your workflow, and what’s frustrating you about your current setup.
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20+ Systems to Choose From
From simple single-terminal setups to multi-station cloud systems with full inventory and reporting. We carry options for every business size and type in East Texas.
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Local Setup & Training
We set up your system in person, train your staff, and don’t disappear when it’s done. We’re in Tyler, TX — if something goes wrong, you reach us directly.
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No Long-Term Contracts
No 48-month leases, no locked-in service agreements. If the system we recommend isn’t working for you, we fix it. Month-to-month, always.
What’s Available
Types of POS
Systems We
Carry
Not every business needs the same solution. Here’s a breakdown of what’s available and what each type is best suited for.
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Countertop Terminals
The most straightforward option for businesses with a fixed checkout point. Reliable, fast, and compatible with chip, swipe, and contactless payments including Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Best for: Retail, service counters, front desks
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Mobile Card Readers
Compact readers that pair with a smartphone or tablet. Accept payments anywhere — job sites, markets, parking lots, or curbside. Ideal when there’s no fixed location for your checkout.
Best for: Contractors, mobile services, market vendors
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Tablet-Based POS
A tablet running POS software with a card reader and optional receipt printer. More flexible than a traditional terminal and more affordable than a full system. Easy for staff to learn and use.
Best for: Cafes, salons, small retail, quick service
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Full POS Stations
A complete workstation with a dedicated screen, cash drawer, receipt printer, and barcode scanner. Handles high transaction volume, complex menus or inventories, and multiple staff logins with permission levels.
Best for: Restaurants, full-service retail, auto repair
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Cloud-Based POS
All your data lives in the cloud — accessible from any device, anywhere. Real-time sales reports, remote inventory management, and automatic software updates without needing an IT team.
Best for: Multi-location businesses, owners who travel
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All-in-One Smart Terminals
A single device that handles payments, receipts, reporting, and customer-facing display in one compact unit. Reduces hardware clutter and simplifies the checkout experience for both staff and customers.
Best for: Any business wanting simplicity without sacrificing features
By Industry
What We
Recommend for
Your Business
Type
Every industry has specific needs that a generic POS setup often misses. Here’s how we approach each one.
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Restaurants
Table management, split checks, tip adjustment, kitchen display integration, and fast ticket throughput during rush hours. The right restaurant POS keeps your staff moving and your customers from waiting.
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Retail Stores
Barcode scanning, inventory tracking by SKU, purchase order management, and customer loyalty programs. The right retail POS tells you what’s selling, what’s sitting, and what to reorder before you run out.
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Auto Repair
Repair order integration, parts and labor invoicing, and payment collection that works whether the customer is at the counter or picking up after hours. Large average tickets make every basis point in your processing rate count.
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Veterinary Clinics
Itemized invoicing for services and products, recurring client billing, and payment collection that integrates cleanly with your practice management software. Clients expect a professional checkout experience.
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Dentists
High-ticket transactions, insurance coordination, and patient financing options. We help dental practices find processing solutions that work alongside their practice management software rather than fighting it.
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Contractors
Mobile payment capability for collecting at the job site, invoice-based billing, and keyed-entry transactions that don’t penalize you with inflated rates. You work in the field — your payment system should too.
Hardware & Software
What Comes
with a
SureFunds POS
Setup
We handle everything from the physical hardware to the software configuration and staff training. You don’t need a tech team to get set up right.
Hardware Options
- ✔️ Countertop credit card terminals
- ✔️ Mobile card readers (Bluetooth & wireless)
- ✔️ iPad and Android tablet POS setups
- ✔️ All-in-one smart terminals
- ✔️ Receipt printers (thermal and wireless)
- ✔️ Cash drawers
- ✔️ Barcode scanners
- ✔️ Kitchen display systems
Software Features
- ✔️ Real-time sales reporting and dashboards
- ✔️ Inventory and product management
- ✔️ Employee management and time tracking
- ✔️ Customer database and loyalty programs
- ✔️ Tip management and table-side payment
- ✔️ Digital and email receipts
- ✔️ Multi-location management
- ✔️ Offline mode (continues working without internet)
Cloud-Based Reporting
See Your
Business
Clearly From
Anywhere
A modern cloud-based POS isn’t just a payment terminal. It’s a business intelligence tool that tells you what’s working, what isn’t, and what to do about it.
Real-Time Sales Dashboards
Check daily sales, top-selling items, and hourly trends from your phone or laptop — whether you’re on the floor or out of town.
Inventory Alerts
Get notified before you run out of your best-sellers. Set reorder points by product and stop losing sales to stockouts you didn’t see coming.
QuickBooks & Accounting Integrations
Sales data flows directly into your accounting software. Less manual entry, fewer errors, and a cleaner picture for your bookkeeper or CPA at tax time.
Payroll & Scheduling Tools
Track employee hours, manage shift schedules, and export payroll data without maintaining a separate system. Everything in one place.
Automatic Software Updates
Cloud-based systems update automatically. No IT appointments, no manual patches, and no security vulnerabilities from running outdated software.
Multi-Location Visibility
If you run more than one location, see all of them from a single dashboard. Compare performance, transfer inventory, and manage staff across every location from one login.
What to Avoid
Common POS
Mistakes That
Cost
Businesses
Money
Most of these mistakes happen at the beginning — when a processor hands you equipment and you don’t know the right questions to ask.
Leasing Equipment Instead of Buying
A 48-month lease on a $350 terminal at $65/month costs you $3,120. The same terminal bought outright is paid off in a few months. Always ask whether you can purchase outright before signing a lease.
Choosing a System That Doesn’t Fit Your Industry
A retail terminal at a restaurant means manual tip adjustments, no table management, and checkout friction every service. Get a system built for how your specific business runs.
Ignoring the Reporting Features
Most POS systems include powerful sales and inventory reporting that most merchants never use. That data tells you your busiest hours, best-selling items, and slowest days — information that’s worth real money if you act on it.
Running Outdated Equipment
Old terminals may not support contactless payments, which more customers now expect. Outdated systems also carry security risks and may not be PCI compliant — which can expose your business to liability.
Skipping Staff Training
A POS system is only as good as the people using it. Untrained staff work around the system instead of through it, which creates errors, slower service, and reporting gaps that make your data unreliable.
No Local Support Plan
When your system goes down on a Friday night with a full house, a national 1-800 support line is not the answer. Know who your local contact is before you need them — not during an outage.
What to Expect
Three Possible
Outcomes from
the Audit
Every Agency Audit™ ends one of three ways. All three are useful. None of them cost you anything.
01
We Identify Opportunities to Reduce Costs
We find hidden fees, inflated rates, or a POS setup that doesn’t match your business. You see exactly what you’re overpaying and what a better option would cost — in plain numbers, not projections.
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We Confirm You’re Already Receiving Competitive Pricing
Your current pricing is competitive and your setup makes sense for your volume. We confirm that, shake your hand, and send you back to work. Peace of mind has value too.
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We Uncover Technology or Workflow Improvements
Your rates may be fine, but your POS setup, workflows, or processes could be working harder for you — faster checkout, better reporting, fewer manual steps. We flag those opportunities and show you what’s available.
FAQ
Common
Questions
About POS
Systems
How much does a POS system cost?
It depends on the system and your business size. Basic countertop terminals start under $300 to purchase outright. Full cloud-based POS setups for restaurants or multi-location retail run higher. For qualified businesses, we have options that start at $0 upfront. We’ll give you a real number based on what you actually need — not a quote built around a long-term lease.
Can I keep my current POS and just improve my processing rates?
Often, yes. If your equipment is modern and PCI compliant, it may be reprogrammable to work with better processing rates without replacing the hardware. We’ll assess your setup during the audit and tell you exactly what’s possible.
What’s the difference between a POS system and a credit card terminal?
A credit card terminal only processes payments. A POS system processes payments and manages your business — inventory, sales reporting, employees, customers, and more. Whether you need a terminal or a full POS depends on your business size and how much visibility you want into your operations.
How long does setup and training take?
Most setups are completed in a single visit. Staff training for a straightforward system typically takes an hour or two. More complex multi-station or multi-location setups take longer, and we schedule accordingly. We don’t consider the job done until your team is comfortable using it.
What if something breaks or goes wrong after setup?
You call or text us directly. We’re based in Tyler, TX — not a national call center with a 45-minute hold queue. For most issues we can resolve things remotely. If a hardware problem requires a site visit, we get there.
Do you work with businesses outside Tyler, TX?
We serve all of East Texas. If you’re a little further out, reach out and we’ll figure out what’s feasible. For businesses where remote support is sufficient, distance usually isn’t an issue.
The Agency Principle
We believe informed business owners make better decisions.
That’s why every Agency Audit™ is designed to provide clarity first, recommendations second, and solutions third.
Because better decisions create agency.
Get Started
Not Sure What You Need? Start With the Audit.
The Agency Audit™ covers your current POS setup alongside your processing rates, fees, workflows, and business goals. You’ll walk away knowing exactly what you have, what it’s costing you, and what a better option looks like.
Or call or text Ty at 903-750-0422
SureFunds Payment Solutions · Tyler, TX · Serving All of East Texas
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