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

 

 

Square Deactivated My Account: Why is Square Holding My Money?

Square offers mobile point-of-sale solutions to accept credit card payments. In addition to accepting payments, Square's software can generate sales reports, manage inventory, and provide…

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How to Start an LLC in 13 Simple Steps

If you're starting a new business, you may be wondering what the best business structure is for your future venture. There's good reason to contemplate…

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How to Create a Dating App and Website: What You Need to Know

Dating trends continue to turn digital. With a variety of dating apps and dating websites available to modern Americans, evidence suggests that more of us…

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How to Choose the Best Credit Card Reader: Credit Card Machine Reviews

The question isn't if you need a credit card reader, but rather which credit card reader you need. To remain a competitive business owner in…

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What is a Sole Proprietorship vs LLC? Pros, Cons, and Key Differences

One of the first steps to starting a business is choosing under which formal structure your business will operate. Your business structure impacts your day-to-day…

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How to Get a Tobacco License in Your State

Under the Tobacco Control Act, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) strictly regulates the sale and marketing of tobacco products.[footnote]U.S. Food and Drug Administration. “Family…

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How to Accept EBT Payments at Your Store

As a way to simplify payments made with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, the government created the Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program. Through it,…

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What is Batch Processing and How Do Batch Transactions Work?

If you process credit card payments, you've likely heard of two types of credit card transactions: batch transactions and real-time transactions. While both are suitable…

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Can You Use Zelle for Business? The Truth Revealed

Over the last few years, Zelle has exploded in popularity. As a digital payments network, Zelle is one of the quickest, easiest, and most secure…

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What is KYC? 'Know Your Customer' Verification and Compliance

In any financial services industry sector, Know Your Customer (KYC) is a crucial part of the fight against fraud, money laundering, and other types of…

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