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Payment Technology Trends

How to Handle Recurring Payments: Merchant Services for Subscription-Based Businesses

In today’s economy, subscription models are booming. From gyms and streaming services to HVAC maintenance plans and software-as-a-service (SaaS), recurring payments create predictable revenue streams that help businesses grow faster and operate more efficiently.

August 12, 2025

Residual Income and Career Development

How to Make Money on the Side by Selling Merchant Services

Looking for a way to earn extra income without giving up your full-time job? Selling merchant services part-time is one of the smartest ways to build long-term wealth while keeping the flexibility to work on your own schedule.

August 09, 2025

Sales Strategies

Future-Proofing Your Payments IQ: Top Certifications and Training for ISO Agents

Standing out as an Independent Sales Organization (ISO) agent requires more than just sales skills. Business owners want trusted advisors who understand compliance, security, and financial strategy—not just someone offering rates and terminals.

August 07, 2025

Payment Technology Trends

Navigating PSD2/Open Banking for U.S. Merchants

The payments industry is evolving quickly, and one of the biggest global shifts has been open banking. In Europe, the Payment Services Directive 2 (PSD2) has transformed how businesses and consumers interact with financial data, payments, and security

August 05, 2025

Fraud Prevention and Security

How to Prevent Credit Card Fraud at the Point of Sale

Credit card fraud continues to be one of the biggest challenges facing small businesses today. Fraudulent transactions not only cost merchants money but can also damage their reputation and strain relationships with banks and payment processors.

August 02, 2025

Residual Income and Career Development

Why Selling Merchant Services Is One of the Best Commission-Based Careers

When most people think about commission-based careers, they imagine real estate agents, insurance brokers, or financial advisors, but there’s another field that often flies under the radar yet offers incredible earning potential: selling merchant services.

July 31, 2025

Payment Technology Trends

How to Use POS Data to Make Better Business Decisions

In today’s fast-paced business environment, data is one of your most valuable assets. While most small business owners focus on sales totals and daily revenue, your point-of-sale (POS) system offers far deeper insights.

July 29, 2025

Residual Income and Career Development

How to Start a Payment Processing Company

Starting a payment processing company can be one of the most rewarding business ventures in today’s economy. Every small business, from restaurants and retail shops to e-commerce stores, needs a reliable way to accept credit and debit card payments.

July 26, 2025

Residual Income and Career Development

Understanding Residual Income

Residual income is a term that often pops up in financial discussions, but what exactly does it mean? Simply put, residual income refers to the money you continue to earn after the initial effort or investment has been made.

July 24, 2025

Merchant Services Basics

3 Reasons Your "Free" Credit Card Terminal is Not Really Free

3 Things to watch out for when you accept a free credit card terminal at your business.

July 18, 2025

Merchant Services Basics

6 Hidden Fees to Watch Out for When Choosing a Credit Card Processor

At Beacon Payments, we believe in transparency. So here’s a breakdown of six common hidden fees you should watch out for when evaluating a credit card processor.

July 16, 2025

Merchant Services Basics

What to Do if You’re Being Charged PCI Non-Compliance Fees

At Beacon Payments, we believe in helping business owners keep more of their money. Here’s everything you need to know about PCI non-compliance fees—and what to do if you’re being charged them.

July 01, 2025

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