Blog

Industry News

What is the Payment Card Interchange Fee Settlement and why it May Not Be Worth the Effort for Most Businesses

While the settlement amount seems impressive, many small and medium-sized businesses may find that pursuing a claim isn't worth the effort due to the relatively small payouts they receive.

November 12, 2024

Fraud Prevention and Security

How Small Businesses Can Reduce the Risk of Chargebacks When Accepting Payments

Chargebacks can lead to revenue losses, additional fees, and even higher processing rates if they become frequent. Fortunately, there are several steps small businesses can take to reduce the risk of chargebacks and keep customer disputes to a minimum.

November 08, 2024

Payment Technology Trends

Emerging Technologies in Credit Card Processing: What’s Shaping the Future of Payments?

Here’s a look at some of the key emerging technologies in credit card processing and how they’re transforming the way we pay.

November 06, 2024

Merchant Services Basics

What Does "End of Life" Mean for a Credit Card Terminal?

In simple terms, when a terminal reaches EOL, the manufacturer stops supporting it with software updates, security patches, and customer service.

November 05, 2024

Sales Strategies

Ask The Right Questions to Sell Merchant Services Like a Pro

Many of us enter the field and start prospecting by telling potential clients how we can help them with their credit card processing needs. What we forget to do is ask questions. Lots of questions. This is the key to success when it comes to selling merchant services.

November 05, 2024

Fraud Prevention and Security

What Is PCI Compliance?

In this post, we’ll break down what PCI compliance entails, why it matters, and what can happen if you don’t stay compliant.

November 05, 2024

Residual Income and Career Development

Stop Paying Hidden ISO Fees

Beacon Payments takes pride in being different - this includes not charging all of the garbage fees that the big processors do just so that they can make their shareholders happy. We do whats best for our agents and their clients - by keeping our fees transparent.

November 04, 2024

Fraud Prevention and Security

EBT Fraud and Fake Merchant Accounts: What You Need to Know

Here’s what you need to know about EBT fraud, fake merchant accounts, and what steps can be taken to prevent it:

November 01, 2024

Payment Technology Trends

How Tap-to-Pay Can Help Reduce Chargeback Risk for Merchants

Reducing chargebacks is critical for protecting profits, maintaining a good relationship with payment processors, and preventing unnecessary fees. One of the most effective ways to minimize the risk of chargebacks is by adopting tap-to-pay technology.

October 23, 2024

Industry News

Visa’s Legal Battles: How Recent Lawsuits Could Impact Merchant Services Clients

With multiple high-profile lawsuits challenging the way Visa charges and handles transaction fees, these developments are not only making waves in the legal world but also potentially impacting merchant services clients.

October 16, 2024

Merchant Services Basics

5 Reasons to Set Up a POS System for Your Business

For businesses of all sizes, a Point-of-Sale (POS) system offers a range of tools and functionalities that make daily operations smoother and help drive success. Here are five reasons why setting up a POS system can be one of the best investments for your business.

October 07, 2024

Sales Strategies

The Best Sales Training Programs to Elevate Your Skills in 2024

If you're in merchant services sales, finding the best training program is crucial to your success. Whether you're selling credit card processing, POS systems, or merchant accounts, the following programs can help you refine your approach and maximize your potential.

September 29, 2024

Loading