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

 

 

5 Steps to Ensure Safe Online Shopping for Your Customers

When customers are looking to make a purchase online, they expect a safe online shopping experience. The number of users who purchase via eCommerce is…

5 Tips for Small Business Financial Planning and Budgeting

Small business financial planning and creating effective budgeting strategies are no easy tasks. Small margins or inconsistent and seasonal work makes typical financial planning strategies…

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Cash Discount vs Surcharge Program: What You Need to Know

With the rising popularity of legal cash discount and surcharge programs, it's obvious why many business owners find this tactic appealing. And while offering credit…

Your Guide to Start a Business Selling Ammunition Online

No other industry is measured so closely or emotionally as selling ammunition. Any and all products in this space, even remotely linked to the firearms…

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Average Credit Card Processing Fees in 2025: The Complete Guide

While successfully running a business in 2025, it’s likely you’ll find paying credit card processing fees is an avoidable expense. This is true for eCommerce…

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The Top 5 Best Chatbots to Consider for Your Website

The growth in using digital mediums such as social networking platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.), websites, and apps to encourage consumers purchase products or seek more…

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How to Determine Your Organization’s Business Structure

You’ve come up with a brilliant business idea and after some adjustments, you’re finally ready to make it official. It's time to submit the final…

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How to Protect Your Business from Credit Card Chargebacks

When owning a business, accepting payments is important, but protecting those payments from credit card chargebacks is essential. Unfortunately, when enabling credit card payments, you…

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The 5 Steps to Starting Your Very Own Debt Consolidation Business

Debt consolidation businesses are those that help debt owners combine several loans into one. Consolidation makes debt easier to pay off because the newly consolidated…

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How You Can Make Money By Starting a Bail Bondsman Business

Starting a bail bondsman business is a very attractive venture especially if you understand the growth potential. There are no businesses in the industry that…

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