Author: Maria Sparagis

  • Stripe Account Frozen? GetYourStripeBack!

    Imagine checking your Stripe dashboard on a busy Monday morning only to find your account frozen and thousands in payments stuck in limbo. Your business isn’t alone in facing this challenge. While Stripe remains one of the most popular payment processors for online businesses, their strict risk management policies can catch even legitimate businesses off…

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  • Payment Processing Bring My Own MID: Is It Possible?

    You’re probably familiar with mysterious fees, rigid contracts, and processing rates that seem to climb every quarter. I meet business owners who tell me they want to “bring their MID” to a new payment processor. I get it – you’ve invested time and effort establishing your merchant account, and the idea of portability seems logical.…

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  • Is Stripe Payment Safe? Online Sales, User Data, and More

    Let me hit you with a shocking stat: 42% of all global fraud cases happen right here in the US. As a payment processor who’s seen countless businesses get burned, I’m here to tell you why payment security isn’t just another checkbox on your to-do list. Stripe processes billions in payments annually, and chances are…

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  • The Ultimate High-Ticket Coaching Contract Template

    Your payment processor approval hangs by a thread, and I’m about to show you why your contract might be the game-changer you need. I’ve witnessed countless businesses struggle with processor approvals and chargebacks. The root cause? Weak contracts. But here’s the truth – a solid contract isn’t just paperwork; it’s your business’s shield and your…

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  • How to Avoid App Store Fees

    Apple’s long-standing 30% commission rate has been a thorn in developers’ sides, though they do offer a 15% reduced rate for businesses earning under $1 million annually through their Small Business Program. The winds of change are blowing strongly, particularly in the European Union. The Digital Markets Act (DMA) has forced Apple to announce significant…

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