The PaymentCloud Blog

Our merchants are important to us, that’s why we go out of our way to educate and inform them on the ins and outs of the payment processing industry. We understand merchant services can be a confusing space for new businesses (and old companies too!). So please continue reading for an insightful blog on the industries we serve best.

Top Content

Reviewing our top content is the best place to begin when navigating business ownership for high risk, mid risk, and low risk businesses. Here, we strive to inform and give you the tools to grow your business- No matter if you’re a small company or a large enterprise.

What Is a High-Risk Merchant Account?

Top 10 Online Shopping Cart Solutions

How to Get the Cheapest Credit Card Processing & Lower Fees

Using Venmo for Business: Is It a Good Idea?

What is an FFL and How Can You Get a Federal Firearm License?

The Complete List of ACH Return Codes

 

 

Where To Start

Still figuring out where to start? We can help. If you’re just beginning a business, you may be wondering how to set yourself up for success. Well, we have tailored information to help you with your business plan, marketing initiatives, and go to market strategy.

What Are Merchant Services?

How to Accept Payments

What Is a Merchant Account?

Which Credit Card Reader is Right For You?

The Ultimate Guide to eCheck Payment Processing

How to Start a Business in 2024: 12 Steps to Success

 

 

Clover vs Stripe: Which Is Best for Your Business in 2025—and Beyond?

Your payment platform represents the final barrier to securing a sale—the very culmination of your entire customer journey. And while it might seem like any…

Internet Merchant Account: What Is It & Does Your Business Need One?

With the global eCommerce market projected to exceed $6.3 trillion in 2023, businesses cannot afford to bypass online sales.[footnote]Forbes. "38 E-Commerce Statistics Of 2023". Accessed…

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ERP Integration: A Complete Merchant Guide

Over 90% of enterprise professionals prefer unified platforms over multiple disconnected systems, indicating that a single integrated ERP system can benefit businesses significantly.[footnote]Workato. "18 business…

Harbortouch POS Review: Should You Use Harbortouch?

Modern businesses require payment processing platforms that offer a range of premium features, tools, and resources. Point-of-sale (POS) systems are particularly essential for businesses operating…

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What Does POS Mean? A Business Guide to POS Transactions

Point-of-sale (POS) refers to the location of a retail transaction. If you run a brick-and-mortar store, you need a system to facilitate transactions. In most…

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7 Best Clover Alternatives and Competitors for 2025

Clover POS is among today’s most popular point-of-sale (POS) options. It’s an all-in-one system perfect for restaurants and retail stores. But it's also not your…

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What Is a GPO and How Can Group Buying Benefit Your Business?

When it comes to bulk purchasing, a group purchasing organization can help bring individual unit costs down. This is called group buying, and it's a…

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Top 10 QuickBooks Alternatives for Your Business in 2024

QuickBooks is a long-standing powerhouse in financial software. However, these days there are plenty of cheaper alternatives in the marketplace that offer features that QuickBooks…

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Clover vs Toast POS: Which Point-of-Sale Should You Choose?

There are plenty of options when selecting a point-of-sale (POS) system for your business. Knowing what to look for is essential. Choosing the right solution—be…

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Clover vs Lightspeed POS: Which Is Better?

When sifting through point-of-sale (POS) options for your business, you’ve probably come across a wealth of possibilities: Clover, Lightspeed, and many other POS alternatives in…

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