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 Analyze Churn Rate: Step-by-Step Churn Analysis Guide

Churn, in a business environment is the term used when customers have canceled their subscription services. It's important for your business to know your monthly…

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What is Churn? The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Churn Rates

Churn rates are a crucial metric for any subscription services company. Understanding what churn is and how to measure it can help you make better…

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What Is Invoice Discounting and How Does It Work?

Does your business need a more predictable flow of cash? If so, the way to increase the stream is to consider an invoice finance solution.…

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How to Become a Bookie and Start a Sportsbook Business

How can you become a bookie? This article will explain everything you need to know about becoming a bookie and starting your very own sportsbook…

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What Is a Virtual Terminal for Processing Credit Cards?

If you're in the business of credit card processing, then you might be familiar with the term virtual terminal. What exactly does it mean? In…

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Interchange Fees Explained: Definition, Rates, and Common Questions

If you're shopping for a merchant service provider that will help you process credit cards, you'll undoubtedly come across interchange fees. Interchange rates are a…

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What is Business Debt Consolidation and How does it Work?

If you're having trouble managing multiple loans, you may consider business debt consolidation. If you own a business, you likely rely on multiple funding streams…

Dropshipping 101: The Ultimate Guide to Dropshipping

As eCommerce grows and more customers than ever turn to online shopping, one type of business that's exploding in popularity is dropshipping. Dropshipping is a…

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What is a Micro Business? Everything You Need to Know

Thousands of new businesses open in the United States every single day, many of which are micro businesses. This kind of business, also called a…

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How to Start an eCommerce Business in 2025: The Ultimate Guide

Starting your own eCommerce business has never been easier. With the myriad of platforms available, you can start your own store with little to no…

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