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Merchant Services Basics

How to Avoid PCI Non-Compliance Fees (And Why It Matters)

At Beacon Payments, we help merchants eliminate unnecessary fees and stay compliant with industry standards. In this post, we’ll explain what PCI compliance is, why non-compliance fees exist, and most importantly—how to avoid them.

March 18, 2025

Payment Technology Trends

The Future of POS Systems: Trends Shaping Tomorrow’s Checkout Experience

At Beacon Payments, we stay ahead of these changes to ensure our merchants always have access to the latest and most impactful tools. In this post, we’ll explore the key emerging trends in POS technology and what they mean for your business.

March 15, 2025

Merchant Services Basics

What Is a Merchant Account and Why Do You Need One?

At Beacon Payments, we help businesses of all sizes set up reliable, transparent merchant accounts that power seamless payments. In this article, we’ll break down what a merchant account is, how it works, and why your business needs one.

March 11, 2025

Merchant Services Basics

Credit Card Processing for Auto Repair Shops: What You Need to Know

If you're looking for the best credit card processing for auto repair shops, here’s what you need to know.

March 04, 2025

Merchant Services Basics

Surcharging: What Merchants Need to Know Before Adding Credit Card Fees

Here's everything you need to know about credit card surcharging, how it compares to dual pricing, and what to consider before moving forward.

February 28, 2025

Merchant Services Basics

Flat Rate vs. Interchange-Plus Pricing: What’s Right for Your Business?

At Beacon Payments, we believe in transparency and helping merchants make smart, informed decisions. In this post, we’ll break down flat rate vs. interchange-plus pricing, and help you decide which model is best for your business.

February 25, 2025

Merchant Services Basics

How to Read Your Merchant Statement (And Actually Understand It)

At Beacon Payments, we believe in transparency. The more you understand about your statement, the better decisions you can make for your business. So, let’s break it down: here’s how to read your merchant statement—and what to look for.

February 11, 2025

Merchant Services Basics

How to Eliminate Monthly Credit Card Processing Fees with Dual Pricing

In this post, we’ll explain how dual pricing works, why it’s legal, and how it can help your business eliminate credit card processing fees once and for all.

February 08, 2025

Sales Strategies

How AI Is Transforming Merchant Services Sales

At Beacon Payments, we’re always looking for ways to help our agents stay ahead of the curve. In this post, we’ll explore how AI is reshaping merchant services sales and how agents can take advantage of these tools to grow their book of business and increase residual income.

February 05, 2025

Merchant Services Basics

What Is Interchange and How Does It Work?

At Beacon Payments, we believe in full transparency. In this post, we’ll break down what interchange is, how it works, and how it affects your bottom line.

February 04, 2025

Fraud Prevention and Security

How to Reduce Credit Card Fraud and Lower Chargebacks for Your Business

At Beacon Payments, we help business owners protect themselves with secure payment solutions, clear policies, and smart practices. In this post, we’ll walk you through what causes fraud and chargebacks—and most importantly, how to reduce them.

January 28, 2025

Residual Income and Career Development

How to Build Long-Term Residual Income as a Merchant Services Agent

At Beacon Payments, we help independent agents build sustainable, long-term businesses by offering real ownership of their portfolios. If you're looking to create residual income as a merchant services agent, here’s how to do it right.

January 25, 2025

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