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August 15, 20260 Comment
Pennsylvania Sales Tax on Card Surcharges and Convenience Fees: What PA Merchants Must Collect and Show on a Receipt
If a customer pays for a taxable Pennsylvania sale with a credit card and the merchant adds a surcharge or payment...
August 15, 20260 Comment
Taking Payments at Farmers Markets, Fairs, and Fire-Hall Events in Central PA: Permits, Connectivity, Cash Handling
Selling at a farmers market in Carlisle, a festival in Harrisburg, a craft fair near State College, or a fundraisi...
March 11, 20260 Comment
Reduce Declines and Fraud Without Raising Fees
In the world of digital commerce, profits can be significantly impacted by even a 1% improvement in the approval r...
August 12, 20250 Comment
Steps to Take Immediately After a Payment Data Breach
A payment data breach can feel like a business owner’s worst nightmare—sudden, disruptive, and deeply damaging...
June 19, 20250 Comment
How Does a Cash Discount Merchant Services Program Work With Tips?
In today's competitive business landscape, merchants are constantly seeking ways to increase their profit margins ...
June 19, 20250 Comment
What Is a Merchant Agreement? Key Terms Explained
A merchant agreement is a contract between a merchant (business owner) and either an acquiring bank or a payment p...
April 26, 20250 Comment
What is PCI DSS Compliance?
In today's digital age, where online transactions have become the norm, ensuring the security of sensitive custome...
April 26, 20250 Comment
How To Avoid PCI Non-Compliance Fees
In today's digital age, businesses are increasingly relying on electronic payment systems to process transactions....
April 26, 20250 Comment
What is a Bank Chargeback? How Do They Differ from Other Chargebacks?
In today's digital age, where online transactions have become the norm, the occurrence of chargebacks has increase...