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Plain-English guides, case studies and news on card processing fees, surcharging, switching processors and choosing a POS, from the PayVault team.
In-depth guides
Plain-English guides we keep up to date as rules change.
FeesCredit card processing fees, explained line by lineInterchange, network fees and markup, the main pricing models, and how to find your effective rate.Read the guideSwitchingHow to switch credit card processors without getting burnedContracts, early termination fees, equipment leases and an 8-step checklist.Read the guidePOSClover vs Square vs Genius: which POS fits your businessHardware, processing pricing, software plans and who each system fits.Read the guideIndustriesRestaurant payment processing that keeps the line movingPay-at-table, tips, split checks, online ordering and lower card fees.Read the guideFeesPass card fees to customers, the compliant wayThe 3% cap, the debit ban, state rules and compliant dual pricing and cash discount examples.Read the guide
Case studies
How organizations we work with changed the way they take payments, and what it did for them.
Blog
News and rule changes that affect what you pay, explained for business owners.
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