Merchant Services Basics
Here’s what merchants need to know to confidently accept international cards while protecting their bottom line.
September 10, 2025
Merchant Services Basics
Every year, businesses prepare for their busiest seasons—for merchants, this surge in activity isn’t just about stocking shelves or staffing up—it’s about ensuring your payment systems are ready to handle the volume smoothly and securely.
September 08, 2025
Payment Technology Trends
Real-Time Payments (RTP) are reshaping how money moves between customers, merchants, and financial institutions, offering small businesses a powerful alternative to traditional card networks.
September 06, 2025
Merchant Services Basics
Here’s how you can leverage payment data to craft more effective campaigns that bring customers back again and again.
September 04, 2025
Merchant Services Basics
With the rise in payment processing costs, many merchants are exploring credit card surcharging as a way to offset expenses. While surcharging can reduce costs, it’s important to know the rules and requirements to avoid penalties and maintain customer trust.
September 02, 2025
Payment Technology Trends
The payments landscape is changing faster than ever, and contactless payments are leading the charge. Tapping a phone with Apple Pay, scanning a QR code, or using a wearable device like a smartwatch, consumers have embraced the speed and convenience of “tap-and-go.”
August 30, 2025
Merchant Services Basics
Sales tax compliance is one of those business responsibilities that often seems straightforward—until it isn’t.
August 28, 2025
Payment Technology Trends
At Beacon Payments, we help merchants unify their in-store and e-commerce payments into a single platform—simplifying operations and creating a consistent customer experience.
August 26, 2025
Merchant Services Basics
At Beacon Payments, we’ve seen firsthand how refining refund and return processes can reduce disputes and protect profits. Here’s how to design a refund policy that minimizes risk while building customer trust.
August 23, 2025
Payment Technology Trends
At Beacon Payments, we help businesses stay ahead by offering POS systems and payment solutions that meet these changing customer expectations.
August 23, 2025
Merchant Services Basics
At Beacon Payments, we believe that secure, customer-friendly payment experiences are essential to long-term success. Here’s how your business can build trust at the point of sale.
August 21, 2025
Merchant Services Basics
If you’ve ever looked at your merchant statement and seen “non-qualified” or “downgraded” transactions with higher fees, you’re not alone. Many business owners don’t realize that how you process a transaction directly affects what you pay in interchange and processing costs.
August 21, 2025