Category: MERCHANT ACCOUNTS
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How Long Stripe Can Hold Funds and How to Get Your Money Back
Stripe is notorious for holding merchant funds, freezing accounts, and even terminating accounts. That means no money in, no money out, and no customers. In some cases, Stripe holds funds up to 180 days with weekly emails coming in stating, “Stripe is holding your funds for 90 days.” But wait, didn’t we just say Stripe…
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Offshore High-Risk Merchant Accounts: Everything You Need To Know
HIGH RISK MERCHANt, HIGH RISK MERCHANT ACCOUNT, MERCHANT ACCOUNTS, MERCHANT SERVICES, OFFSHORE MERCHANT ACCOUNTAre you an e-commerce business owner looking for ways to expand your customer outreach and sales? High-risk merchant accounts can be a great way to drive more profits and should be used by most e-commerce businesses. If you’re having trouble getting (or keeping) a standard merchant account, want a better rate from your merchant services…
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Credit Card Surcharges: Are They Legal?
Today’s credit card holders are treated like royalty. While some card issuers have their hands in the till by charging high interest rates, some merchants also take advantage of customers by adding exorbitant fees to their purchases. For example, retailers might charge a convenience fee or a premium pricing fee to cover the costs of…
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7 Ways to Boost Holiday Sales (That Actually Work)
The holidays are a time of year when many businesses see major spikes in consumer spending. Whether you’re running a small boutique shop or a massive company with multiple retail outlets, the key to success is staying on top of your sales strategies. As we all know, the holiday season is when consumers spend more…
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7 Steps to Maximize Holiday Sales and Keep Profits High Post-Holiday
As the holiday season quickly approaches, many online retailers are preparing for the influx of shoppers that will hit their websites. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two of the biggest shopping days of the year, and retailers are pulling out all the stops to make sure they capitalize on these events. In this article,…
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