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

 

 

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…

Fixed acquirer network fees

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…

An abstract painting of large, colorful numbers arranged in a symmetrical pattern, representing classification systems and industry codes.

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…

building blocks to start business in 2025

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…

credit card that will be processed with a payment service provider being handed from one hand to another hand against a green background

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…

overhead view of conference room table at LLC

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,…

Empty abandoned shopping cart in desert

What Are Terms of Use and Why Are They Crucial for Your Business?

In today's world, running a business usually entails maintaining a website for said business. It's essential to protect yourself, as well as your business's reputation,…

A stylized painting of a person in a suit signing a legal document with a pen, symbolizing a business or contractual agreement.

How Can Level 2 & Level 3 Credit Card Processing Help Your Small Business?

If you’re looking for additional ways to save your business money and protect your business from fraud, you may have stumbled upon the term "level…

blank credit card qualifying for level 2 data set against yellow background

18 U.S.C. 2257: What You Need to Know for Your Adult Business

As the owner of a business in the adult industry, it's crucial to stay informed about relevant laws. Doing so ensures your business is legally…

Magnifying glass over law documents for business compliance

Are Credit Card Processing Fees Tax Deductible? What You Need to Know

These days, credit card processing fees are simply the cost of doing business. However, the impact of credit card processing fees on your tax liability…

Business owner wondering if fees are tax deductible
close icon

FREE QUOTE

By submitting this form, you consent to our terms

VeriSign Secured

Your information will not be distributed