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

 

 

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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Understanding the Visa FANF Fee: Rates, Examples, and More

Visa's fixed acquirer network fee (FANF) is a fee that most businesses that accept credit cards cannot avoid. More specifically, most businesses accepting Visa credit…

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What Are NAICS and SIC Codes?

NAICS codes and SIC codes both refer to classification systems used to categorize private and public sector businesses. Primarily used by the government and the…

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How to Start a Business in 2025: Everything You Need to Know

Starting a business is a thrilling leap into the unknown. It can lead to some of the most rewarding experiences in life. However, it can…

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What is a Payment Service Provider or PSP?

When you decide to start a new business, there are many details to figure out. From setting up a website to sourcing products to finding…

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What is an LLC and is it Right For Your Business?

It's natural for business owners to worry about liability. No matter the nature of your enterprise, there's something that can go wrong and result in…

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The Best Abandoned Cart Email Templates & Examples that Win Back Customers

When it comes to eCommerce businesses, shopping cart abandonment can feel like an epidemic. You’re almost at the finish line but, at the last minute,…

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