What's a Merchant Number and How Do You Find One?
Learn what a merchant number is, why you have one and how to locate it to help with payment tracking or support issues.
January 2, 2023
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8 MIN READ
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What's A Payment Processor?
Understand what a payment processor does, how it differs from a gateway and why it matters for every merchant.
February 23, 2023
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12 MIN READ
What's an EWallet: Exploring the Benefits of Digital Payment Solutions
Get clear on what an eWallet is, how customers and merchants use them and what makes them a secure option.
March 1, 2023
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9 MIN READ
Which Merchant Account is Right for You?
Explore merchant account types, pricing models and features to find the option that fits your business best.
January 2, 2023
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7 MIN READ
Why Are Ecommerce Merchant Accounts Considered High Risk? 4 Reasons Why You Might Want to Consider One
See four reasons ecommerce accounts are often labeled high risk and what to evaluate if you’re considering applying anyway.
January 2, 2023
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7 MIN READ
Why Are Ecommerce Merchant Accounts Considered High Risk?
Ecommerce merchant accounts are considered high risk for a few reasons. First, ecommerce transactions involve the exchange of sensitive financial information, such as credit card numbers and bank account details, which can make them more vulnerable to fraud. This increased risk of fraud makes ecommerce merchants a higher risk for credit card processors and banks, which may charge higher fees or require additional security measures to mitigate the risk.
December 25, 2022
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13 MIN READ
Why Debt Collection Is a High-Risk Industry — and How to Get Approved for Payment Processing
Debt collection is one of the most heavily scrutinized and tightly regulated industries in financial services.
December 15, 2025
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7 MIN READ
Why Ecommerce Merchants Should Consider Merchant Accounts That Are Less Risky
Learn the benefits of choosing a less risky merchant account: lower fees, simpler terms, fewer holds or reserves.
January 2, 2023
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6 MIN READ
Why You Should Avoid Long-Term Credit Card Processing Contracts
Find out why locking into long‑term contracts could cost your business more in fees or limit flexibility over time.
March 18, 2021
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3 MIN READ