Author: Maria Sparagis

  • Stripe Payment Methods to Boost Global Sales

    Diversity in payment preferences across the globe expands far beyond credit cards. From digital wallets to bank transfers, the variety of payment methods available today speaks to consumer needs and habits. Stripe operates as an all-in-one payment platform designed to bridge the gap between businesses and their increasingly diverse customer base. While we steer people…

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  • Save Big, Direct Link from Your Payment Gateway to Accounting Software

    It makes sense that your payment gateway should link to your accounting software. So, why pay the middle-man fee when you can do it directly? Many companies pay hefty fees to invoicing platforms like Bill.com, ChargeZoom, or Chargebee. These platforms are popular but essentially act as middlemen. They might charge flat rates or, worse, take…

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  • How to Ensure Your Merchant Account Application Is Approved

    High-Risk Merchant Application Approval: Step-by-Step Guide Any business that wants to accept credit and debit card payments needs a merchant account. Without one, you can’t accept payments. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the essential steps to increase your chances of merchant application approval. START YOUR MERCHANT ACCOUNT APPLICATION Checklist Before Your Application…

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  • Best High-Risk Merchant Account Providers

    A high-risk merchant account is designed for high-risk businesses. If you don’t know your risk level, our guide below will help you understand better. Business owners in high-risk industries face unique challenges when seeking payment processors. Knowing your options opens doors to reliable merchant services that support your growth, not hinder it. Payment processors label…

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  • Transaction Approval Rate: Make More Money In 30 Days

    Your business loses money every time a customer’s payment fails. High-risk merchants in particular watch potential sales slip away because card networks decline legitimate transactions. You can reverse this trend and increase your transaction approval rate within 30 days. If your business processes $20,000 monthly but operates at a 75% approval rate instead of 90%,…

    Transaction Approval Rate: Make More Money In 30 Days