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

 

 

Factor Rate: What You Need to Know for Securing Business Financing

When you need business financing, you take out a loan, cash advance, or another form of funding, then you pay back the money borrowed with…

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Stripe vs Square: A Complete Side-by-Side Comparison

Stripe and Square are two of the most popular payment service providers on the market today. When deciding between Stripe and Square, you’ll need to…

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Square vs PayPal: Which Is Best for Your Business?

It is absolutely necessary to accept credit card payments if you own a business. As American consumers start using credit cards more than cash, an…

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How Much Does Square Charge? Square Processing Fees Guide

As Square continues to grow into one of the major players in the payments industry, many small businesses are considering the platform for processing in-person…

A Complete Guide to Navigating the TMF/MATCH List

It’s absolutely possible to have never heard of the Mastercard MATCH list until you've been placed on it. And being placed on it can be…

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What Is Afterpay and How Does it Work? The Complete Guide

The pandemic has rapidly increased the growth of the eCommerce businesses everywhere. As shoppers move online, the fear of scams prevents them from buying from…

Clover POS System Review: Is it Right for Your Business?

Your business's point of sale (POS) system impacts nearly every element of its operations, from inventory management to employee scheduling to accepted payment methods. Ideally,…

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Stripe Fees and Pricing: Your Complete Guide for 2025

Stripe has become a popular and easy-to-use payment service, competing with big names like Square and PayPal. Whether or not you realize it, you’ve probably…

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What Is PayPal's Fee for Merchants? How to Reduce Paypal Seller Fees

PayPal Seller Fees: A Brief Overview PayPal's for-profit business model generates income by charging fees for online payments and payment services between consumers and merchants. As a payment…

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S Corp vs LLC: What's the Best Choice for You?

When determining your organization's business structure, it's important to consider the tax rules, formation costs, regulations, and ownership options. S Corporations (S Corps) and Limited…

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