Hey there, savvy shoppers, enthusiastic entrepreneurs, and curious consumers! Today, we’re about to embark on a thrilling journey into the mystical world of “Merchant Services.” Ever wondered what exactly falls under this enigmatic umbrella term? Well, grab your magnifying glass and Sherlock Holmes’ hat because we’re about to uncover the secrets of this fascinating realm!ContinueContinue reading “What falls under merchant services?”
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Can you pass credit card fees to consumers?
Yes, it is possible to pass credit card fees to consumers. In the United States, merchants have the right to charge customers a fee for using a credit card as a form of payment, as long as the fee is clearly disclosed to the customer and does not exceed the cost of processing the creditContinueContinue reading “Can you pass credit card fees to consumers?”
Avoid Credit Card Processing Contracts
Reading the fine print is CRITICAL when choosing a credit card processing service and your best option is to go with a provider who doesn’t have contracts at all! Salespeople rarely disclose all of the fees and take the time to explain the terms in depth. In fact, legally they’re not required to. Salespeople areContinueContinue reading “Avoid Credit Card Processing Contracts”
Payment processor vs payment gateway
Understanding the difference between a payment processor and payment gateway is an important part of setting up your business, especially if you plan on accepting online payments. And yes, to process online payments you need both a payment gateway and a payment processor. A payment gateway is a system that collects and verifies a customer’sContinueContinue reading “Payment processor vs payment gateway”
How to avoid payment processing fees
Nobody wants to pay credit card processing fees if they don’t have to and I’m here to tell you… you don’t have to! As a business owner you work too hard for your money and deserve to keep as much of it as possible. The easiest way to accomplish this is by offering your customersContinueContinue reading “How to avoid payment processing fees”
How to choose a payment processor for your business
We have all seen the ads come through our social media feed saying “start accepting credit cards in 5 minutes.” You’ve also heard “if it sounds too good to be true”… Although those ads are technically true, there is actually a lot that they aren’t telling you! As a business owner, you should always feelContinueContinue reading “How to choose a payment processor for your business”
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