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  • Authorize.Net Is NOT a Payment Processor (So What Is It?)

    Researching payment processing solutions for your business likely brought you to Authorize.Net countless times. Many business owners assume it’s a complete payment processing solution, but Authorize.Net is not a payment processor. So, what is it and how can you use it to power up your checkout? Let’s dive into what Authorize.Net actually does, how it…

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  • MCC 5993: Smoke Shops, Vape, and CBD Need a Better Processor

    If you run a smoke shop, sell cigars, offer vaping products, or operate a CBD business, you fall under the Merchant Category Code 5993. Maybe you’re frustrated by payment processors turning you away, or you don’t like the label of “high-risk” just for running your business. Let’s break down what MCC 5993 means, why it…

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  • Freemium Pros and Cons – Is It Right for Your Business

    Did you know that Dropbox grew from 100,000 to 4 million users in just 15 months using a freemium model? Or that Spotify converted over 180 million free users into 83 million paying subscribers? If you’re wondering whether offering a free version of your product could accelerate growth, you’re in the right place. Let’s get…

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  • A Complete Guide on How to Build Business Wealth

    You know that satisfying feeling when Netflix automatically charges your account each month? That’s sarcasm—it’s annoying, persistent, expected, and exactly what they should be doing. They never hesitate to pay themselves first – and neither should you. As a business owner, it’s time to adopt this same powerful mindset for building lasting wealth. Today, let’s…

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  • What Is a Fraud Score and How to Improve It

    A fraud score is a numerical value that indicates the risk level of a transaction or user action, helping businesses determine whether to approve, review, or decline a payment. The scoring typically ranges from 0 to 99, with higher scores indicating greater risk. Let’s find out more about fraud scoring and what you can do…

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