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

 

 

E-Invoicing Explained: Your Guide to Electronic and Digital Invoices

In the modern world, businesses must stay competitive in order to succeed, and one way to do so is by embracing e-invoicing or digital invoicing.…

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10 Business Loan Requirements You Need to Get Approved for Funding

The first step in obtaining small business financing is, quite simply, understanding small business loan requirements. With the United States averaging more than 400,000 new…

Small business loan requirements for a small business loan application

Venmo Payment Declined? Why It Happens and What to Do

In the event of a Venmo payment decline, it can be difficult to pinpoint the underlying issue preventing the payment from going through. When you…

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PayPal Money on Hold? What to Do When Paypal Limits Your Funds

As one of the most widely used payment systems in the world, the all-too-common event of PayPal money on hold, or "frozen funds," is an…

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What Is PayPal Pay in 4 & How Does It Work? A 2025 Review

Continuing its dominance of the payment industry, PayPal recently introduced a buy now, pay later service: PayPal Pay in 4. A unique payment option, Pay…

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Understanding PayPal Transfer Limits for Your Business

As one of the most commonly used payment service providers, PayPal's business transfer limits are something with which business owners utilizing the platform should be…

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PayPal Business Account: Is It Still Relevant in 2025?

PayPal is one of the world's most recognized digital wallet providers, offering PayPal Business and PayPal Personal services. Many people associate PayPal with its quick,…

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How to Delete a PayPal Business Account in 4 Easy Steps

For merchants who no longer believe PayPal is the most advantageous platform for their business operations, this article explains how to delete a PayPal Business…

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PayPal Business Account vs Personal Account: Which Is Best for You?

As PayPal continues its dominance in the payment industry, understanding the differences between PayPal Personal and Business accounts is important for merchants. Business accounts and…

How to Prevent & Fight Chargebacks on PayPal: The Complete Guide

PayPal chargebacks can produce many challenges for merchants relying on this platform. While PayPal has an internal transaction dispute process, account holders paying with a…

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