Lauren Knight

Massage studio tips and service charges payment and payroll workflow

Massage/Spa September 29, 2026 28 min read

Tips, Auto-Gratuities, and Service Charges at Massage Studios: Tax Treatment, Tip Adjustment, and Paying Them Out

Massage studio tips and service charges need separate tax, payroll, and payment workflows. A voluntary client gratuity can be a tip, while a mandatory auto-gratuity or service charge generally is not. Card...

HSA FSA cards for massage therapy eligibility and payment workflow

Massage/Spa September 29, 2026 28 min read

Can Clients Pay for Massage With HSA or FSA Cards? Letters of Medical Necessity, SIGIS Rules, and Terminal Setup

HSA FSA cards for massage therapy may be used when the expense qualifies as medical care rather than general wellness, but eligibility and card approval are separate issues. Medical documentation may support...

March 25, 2026 10 min read

Deposits, Prepayments, and No-Show Protection: Building a Payment Policy Inside Your Booking Software

Running a successful massage practice requires more than providing excellent treatments. It requires protecting your time, managing your schedule efficiently, and making sure your income stays predictable. One of the biggest challenges...

Payment Processing Solutions December 10, 2025 12 min read

Why Automated Payment Solutions for Spa are Essential: 6 Tools to Use

Faster checkouts and automatic billing introduce a seamless experience for transactions, both for clients and staff. This helps spa teams focus on treatments rather than paperwork and chasing overdue payments. Moreover, automation...

Massage Therapy Business September 10, 2025 11 min read

Comparing Payment Options for Independent vs. Multi-Location Massage Clinics

Long celebrated for its capacity to promote healing, relaxation, and balance, massage clinics require more than just skilled practitioners and serene surroundings to operate a spa. Under the calming music and aromatherapy...

July 17, 2025 10 min read

Top 5 EMV and Contactless Payment Trends in the Massage Industry

The transition towards contactless payment methods has brought changes to the way massage industries thrive. EMV chip cards and tap-to-pay are choices which provide the fastest and safest transaction method is a...