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When it comes to choosing between Square and Clover, you’ll want to consider the cost not just for hardware but the processing fees as well. In this article, we’ll cover features and processor compatibility as well as examine how the most comparable devices in each line stack up side by side. General Features Hardware and …
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Visa and Mastercard have separate interchange categories for level III transactions, so providing all of the required information can result in savings if your business accepts a lot of cards that are level III eligible. However, not all cards are level III eligible, and not all gateways are capable of passing level III data. Let’s …
Level III Credit Card Processing: Large Tickets, B2G, and Purchasing Cards Read More »
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However, it’s still possible to get a general idea of average costs for various industries and business types. At CardFellow, we work with processors that serve high risk businesses and have pulled together some rough numbers to give you an idea of whether you’re overpaying. Rates for High Risk Merchant Accounts Keeping in mind that …
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CBD products that make “unsubstantiated” health claims, in particular, may have fewer options when it comes to credit card processing. Let’s take a look at finding a CBD merchant account for your business. How is CBD Different than Marijuana? Cannabidiol, or CBD, doesn’t get the user high. That’s an important distinction for many of its …
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The short answer: yes, when done correctly. The longer answer is that there’s a lot of confusion about the difference between “cash discounts” and “surcharges,” or “checkout fees” and that confusion has led to labeling surcharge programs as cash discount programs. Let’s look at the differences between the two and how you can stay on …
Cash Discounting for Credit Card Fees: Is It Legal? Read More »
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However, it’s not quite what you’re thinking. The Stripe Terminal solution allows businesses to build their own card-present checkout system by programming it with pre-certified card readers. The company calls it an “API-driven solution” and says that it’s geared toward tech-savvy businesses with both online and offline selling channels. If you’re not tech-savvy (or don’t …
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“High risk” in this case isn’t a reflection on your specific business. It’s just a reality of your industry. It also doesn’t mean that you can’t get a good solution for your business, it just means you’ll need to be aware of restrictions on high risk, as well as what to look for when evaluating …
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In this article, we’ll clear up these credit card processing misconceptions to help you avoid common pitfalls and misleading sales spin. Misconception 1: Flat Rate Pricing is the Cheapest Flat rate pricing, where a processor offers you a fixed rate for transactions, looks simple. Instead of various interchange rates, you’ll just see one rate. Companies …
