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

 

 

B2B Payment Processing: Finding Solutions for Your Business

Business to Business or B2B payment processing is the modern way for businesses to pay each other. Traditionally, businesses have made payments by check or…

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EIN Lookup: How to Find My EIN

An EIN lookup is necessary for more occasions than one might think. Just as every citizen in the U.S. has a social security number to…

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Minority Small Business Grants to Take Advantage of in 2025

Minority small business grants are a great way to receive funding directly for your business. This is especially true if your business needs funds but…

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What is a Cash Advance Fee?

When you're looking into cash advances, you're likely to see something called a cash advance fee. The merchant cash advance industry has changed rapidly as…

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Tax ID Lookup: How to Find My TIN

With tax season just around the corner, many are flocking to find their tax ID lookup. While you have probably heard of a Social Security…

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What is a Merchant Agreement?

If you've clicked on this article, chances are you're familiarizing yourself with a merchant agreement for credit card processing. This is a great step in…

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What Is a Recurring Payment and How Can Your Business Benefit From It?

Chances are you've heard of a 'recurring payment' when it comes to a bill or a subscription account. However, there are many uses for recurring…

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ISO/MSP: What's the Difference?

As a business owner, you have probably seen the words ISO/MSP before, but you might not know exactly what they mean. Which would make sense…

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What to Know About the Dreaded Chargeback Fee

One of the biggest upsides to being a cash-only establishment is the reduced risk of the chargeback fee. However, if you think your business can…

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How to Incorporate a Return Policy into Your Business Plan

Is a flexible return policy the key to unlocking more sales? It turns out, it just might be. Most customers say they review an online…

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