We recommend platforms like Square or Shopify to start taking payments for a unique business, or any small business just starting out. For businesses that don’t have existing income or business history, these platforms democratize payments to just about anyone (accept high-risk businesses). You can sign up and start selling on the same day, with little to no money upfront. Just be sure to understand if your type of business is accepted, and be aware that holds can happen, especially with larger sums of cash.