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Barefoot Technologies Announces Partnership with Clearview to Deliver Transparent Payment Solutions

Posted by Kayla Thornton on Sep 3, 2025 11:56:42 AM

Barefoot Technologies, a leading provider of short-term, mid- and long rental management software with full trust accounting, today announced a new partnership with Clearview Merchant Services, a payment processing company focused on transparency, simplicity, and real savings. 

This collaboration will provide Barefoot clients with access to Clearview’s flat-rate and optimized traditional payment processing options, allowing property managers to reduce costs, eliminate uncertainty, and maintain full control over their transactions. 

Delivering Simplicity and Savings 

Clearview offers two flexible models for clients: 

REVERSE MY FEES 

  • Eliminate credit card fees (guest-paid, fully compliant)

  • Boost margins & protect against rate hikes

  • $49/month admin, month-to-month

TRADITIONAL MODEL 

  • Cut fees by up to 30% with SIC 6513 optimization 

  • No extra cost to guests 

  • Transparent pricing + white-glove support 

Both options come with benefits that align with Barefoot’s commitment to service and flexibility: 

  • Dedicated account representative 

  • No long-term contracts, hidden fees, or reserves 

  • Transparent, locked-in pricing with full chargeback protection 

  • Full transparency and control from day one 

A Partnership Built on Shared Values 

“At Barefoot Technologies, we know that property managers are looking for solutions that simplify operations and protect profitability. Partnering with Clearview allows us to extend that mission into payments, offering our clients transparency, predictability, and peace of mind. Together, we’re giving managers more control so they can focus on serving owners and guests.” 
Ed Ulmer, CEO, Barefoot Technologies 

“Clearview was founded on the idea that businesses deserve clarity and fairness in payment processing. Working with Barefoot Technologies—whose team brings decades of rental industry experience—means we can reach property managers with a solution that directly supports their needs. This partnership is about aligning technology and payments to truly empower the rental community.” 
[Braden Murphy, Account Executive], Clearview Merchant Services 

About Barefoot Technologies 

Barefoot Technologies provides short, mid, long term, corporate housing, central reservations platform with a 95% customer retention rate, Barefoot offers a complete trust accounting, CRM and property management solution with a consultative approach to client success.  

Learn more at www.barefoot.com. 

About Clearview Merchant Services 

Clearview Merchant Services makes payment processing transparent, predictable, and cost-effective. Through flat-rate and traditional pricing models, Clearview empowers businesses with stability, savings, and dedicated support. 

To learn more about Clearview Merchant Services and how we help property managers simplify payments, visit www.clearviewmc.net. 

 

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