Ben Dwyer began his career in the processing industry in 2003 on the sales floor for a Connecticut‐based processor. As he learned more about the inner‐workings of the industry, rampant unethical practices, and lack of assistance available to businesses, he cut ties with his employer and started a blog where he could post accurate information about credit card processing. As the blog gained in popularity, Ben began directly assisting merchants in their search for a processor. Ben believes in empowering businesses by providing access to fair, competitive pricing, accurate information, and continued support. His dedication to transparency and education has made CardFellow a staunch small business advocate in the credit card processing industry.
Accounting and Finance, Credit Card Processing
Information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. For tax advice for your business, consult a tax professional. Paying Fees on Sales Tax What type of businesses does this affect? Can I change how I process transactions to avoid paying fees on sales tax? Passing Fees to […]
For every transaction you process that is subject to sales tax, you pay processing fees on the total amount, including the sales tax. Processing fees paid on sales tax can add up quickly, so improperly deducting credit card processing fees paid on sales tax can be a costly mistake, a fact that many businesses that do their own taxes fail to consider.
Credit Card Processing
An ACH delay is not the most restrictive condition a processor can impose, but it’s still important to consider how it will affect your merchant account. Find out what this means for your business in this article. What is an ACH delay? Effects of an ACH Delay on Your Business Fast Facts About ACH Delays […]
When signing up for a new merchant account in order to begin accepting credit cards, some businesses may be asked to agree to an ACH delay.
Credit Card Processing
Merchant account holds or full account freezes disrupt your cash flow and can make it difficult to conduct business. In this article, we’ll take a look at both holds and freezes, why they happen, and what you can do about them. This article refers to account holds and freezes on funds from sales at a […]
An extremely important but seldom talked about topic in credit card processing is merchant account holds and freezes.
Credit Card Processing
Let’s take a look at what matters – and doesn’t – when it comes to applying for a merchant account. Why does my personal credit matter? During the Application How good does my credit have to be? Does my personal credit affect my rates and fees? Can my existing merchant account be revoked if I […]
A merchant services account is essentially a line of credit that enables you to accept credit cards. As the applicant for a merchant account, your personal credit is an important consideration during the application process, but it doesn’t have the same effect as it would on a conventional line of credit or a loan application.
Credit Card Processing
For example: If your merchant account has a 5% rolling reserve for 18 months, the processor will withhold 5% of your gross sales. The 5% of sales that are withheld will not be accessible to you for a year and a half. Why are rolling reserves imposed? Transactions Affected by Rolling Reserves Effects of a […]
A rolling reserve allows a credit card processor to withhold a pre-specified percentage of your gross sales. The processor deposits the held funds into a non-interest bearing account for a pre-determined period of time that is specified in your merchant processing agreement.
Credit Card Processing
Charts are easily manipulated, leaving you to try comparing apples and oranges. Even if the creator of the chart doesn’t intend to mislead, a lack of complete information can be just as detrimental to finding the right solution. When you’re looking for the best credit card processor, the key is to find the right one […]
I’m often asked why this site doesn’t have a lengthy merchant account comparison chart. The answer is simple – these intricate comparison charts are useless.
Credit Card Processing
Note: Samsung Pay is now part of Samsung Wallet. You may still see it referred to as Samsung Pay, but the company website prompts customers to upgrade to Samsung Wallet, where Pay is one ‘module’ or option within the wallet. What is Samsung Pay? How does it work? Samsung Rewards What cards work with Samsung […]
Samsung Pay (also sometimes referred to as Samsung Wallet) is a digital wallet available from major electronics manufacturer Samsung.
Credit Card Processing, Restaurants and Bars
Tips over a certain percentage of the bill can trigger flags for fraud, resulting in card issuer-initiated chargebacks, or can cause your transaction to be downgraded to a more expensive interchange category. Tip Tolerance What happens if I get a chargeback for a big tip? Tips and Interchange Downgrades Spotting Downgrades on Your Statement How […]
Now that credit and debit cards have become a popular way to pay for meals, customers often add tips for servers when they sign their credit card receipt. However, this common practice could have implications for your bottom line.
