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

 

 

Debt to Income Ratio: How to Calculate Your DTI

When you're looking to get a business loan, a major aspect lender will look at is your debt to income ratio. Of course, you may…

debt to income ratio

Loan to Value Ratio (LTV) Demystified

If you're looking to purchase equipment, vehicles, or property for your business, lenders will surely look at your loan to value ratio. The loan-to-value ratio…

loan to value ratio

Exploring Your Small Business 401(k) Options

As a business owner with multiple employees, you may be looking into your small business 401k options. Did you know, almost half of the workforce…

small business 401k

Deciphering The Personal Guarantee: Is It Right for Your Business?

As your business grows and makes purchases that require financing, you will often come across terms like business credit score and personal guarantee. As you…

personal guarantee

Overhead Costs: Understanding How They Factor into Your Business

When you’re running a business, there are a lot of overhead costs to keep track of. However, the cost of running a business varies by…

overhead costs

Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR): How to Calculate It

When it comes to obtaining business funding from a lender, knowing your debt service coverage ratio can really help. Whether you're starting from scratch or…

debt service coverage ratio

Email Retargeting: What You Need to Get Started

Businesses everywhere are harnessing the power of email retargeting to capture customers who are already interested in their products. With an average cart abandonment rate…

email retargeting

8 Small Business Legal Requirements to Consider

If you're considering starting a business, there are some small business legal requirements to consider. Recently, business regulations have come to the forefront as so…

small business legal requirements

How Old Do You Have to Be to Buy a Gun in the US?

If you're a firearms business owner, you may be wondering how old you have to be to buy a gun. Knowing the age restrictions of…

judge's gavel and gun on wooden desk symbolizing the question of how old do you have to be to buy a gun in the US

Understanding Your NFC Payment Options

As a business owner, understanding NFC payments and the available options can be tricky. A lot has changed in the world, particularly how your business…

nfc payment options
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