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Credit card processing fees are essential charges for card payments. Explore the types, rates, and tips to manage these costs effectively. While we’re not completely cashless yet—I still pay for my ...

When it comes to processing credit card payments, you have to spend money to make money. Every player in the payments value chain, including the issuer, acquirer or processor and card network, deducts ...

As a business owner, knowing the basics of credit card processing can help you make more informed decisions. This credit card processing glossary details the most common terminology so you can ...

Greg Daugherty has worked 25+ years as an editor and writer for major publications and websites. He is also the author of two books. Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced ...

Credit card processing costs typically range from 1.5% to 3.5%, but processor markups can inflate costs. Using interchange-plus pricing can give you more insight than a flat-rate plan. Compare quotes, ...

We all know how convenient it is to swipe our credit cards for everyday purchases. In fact, as of 2022, 82% of U.S. adults had a credit card, making it the most common consumer lending product. In ...

September 15, 2025 - US merchants are cautiously optimistic that a federal district court's decision in Corner Post, Inc. v. Bd. of Governors of Fed. Rsrv. Sys., No. 1:21-CV-00095, 2025 WL 2253474, (D ...

While many Americans worry about tariffs potentially boosting inflation, merchants continue to warn of a cost increase that's already certain: credit card swipe fees. Banks, card processors and ...