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

 

 

The Length of Average Business Loan Terms

When it comes to business loans, it's important to take all aspects of the loan into consideration, especially the business loan terms. In business lending,…

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Loyalty Programs That Work: eCommerce Tips

For decades, loyalty programs have been touted as a way to ensure repeat business. While the concept is the same today, the method is a…

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Pricing Strategy: Your Guide on How to Price a Product

More than ever, pricing strategy plays a huge role in the way eCommerce businesses operate. How and why you price your products determine the overall…

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Gun Laws in the US: The Basics You Should Know

Gun laws in the united states determine who is and isn't eligible to buy, sell, or trade firearms. Firearm sales have skyrocketed in the last…

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What is a Business Impact Analysis (BIA)?

Just as you plan for things to go right, it's important to have plans like a business impact analysis in place for when things go…

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Firearm Safety Certificate: A Helpful Guide

When it comes to owning and operating firearms, safety is paramount, and a firearm safety certificate can give you the tools to properly handle guns…

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What is Curbside Pickup and How Can It Add Value to Your Business?

Now more than ever before, the COVID-19 pandemic has customers seeking contactless transactions and in-store alternatives like curbside pickup. Wearing a mask and staying six…

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Secure Your Future with a Business Continuity Plan (BCP)

If the past year has taught us anything, it's that things can happen unexpectedly, and the best thing you can do as a business owner…

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The 5 Best eCommerce Website Platforms to Consider for Your Business

One of the most important decisions you will make when starting a business is choosing between the right eCommerce platforms. Building an ecommerce business–whether to…

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What is Value-Based Pricing?

Running an online business is just as much work as running a retail store, and a value-based pricing strategy gives you the opportunity to receive…

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