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

 

 

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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ISA Fee: What Is the Visa International Service Assessment Fee?

Looking at your credit card processing statement can be overwhelming. There are so many fees listed—pennies here, a few dollars there—that it can be hard…

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SWIFT Payment System: What Is it and How Does it Work?

If you're looking to securely send funds across the globe, then SWIFT may be right for you. Used by millions of people every day, SWIFT…

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How to Start an Electrical Business in 9 Simple Steps

If you're passionate about helping individuals and/or businesses with their hard-to-fix electrical issues, starting an electrical business might be the perfect career choice for you.…

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How to Create a Quote that Seals the Deal

Creating a quote that is timely and professional can make the difference between a lead and a sale. A quote with missing or incorrect information…

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