Understanding Payment Processing Fees

Different pricing models are available to suit various business needs and preferences. Here’s how they work:

1

Traditional Pricing

  • Fee Structure: Merchants pay 1.2% to 3.5% per transaction (varies by card type and brand).
  • Who Pays?: Merchant covers the transaction fees.
  • Additional Costs: Monthly fees apply.
  • Customer Impact: No additional cost to customers.

2

Cash Discount

  • Fee Structure: Card price displayed includes a 4% markup; a discount is offered for cash payments.
  • Who Pays?: Customers paying with cards cover the fees.
  • Additional Costs:
    • Merchant: No fees for transactions, monthly services, or equipment.
    • Customer: Pays extra for the convenience of using a card.

3

Dual Pricing

  • Fee Structure: Both cash and card prices are displayed. Card payments incur a 4% fee.
  • Who Pays?: Customers using cards pay the added fee.
  • Additional Costs:
    • Merchant: No fees for transactions, monthly services, or equipment.
    • Customer: Pays for card usage convenience.

4

Surcharge (Ideal for Transactions Over $500)

  • Fee Structure:
    • Credit card transactions incur a 3% surcharge.
    • Debit card transactions incur a 1.2% fee, covered by the merchant.
  • Who Pays?:
    • Customers using credit cards pay the surcharge.
    • Merchants cover debit card fees.
  • Additional Costs:
    • Merchant: No fees for monthly services or equipment.
    • Customer: Pays a surcharge for credit card use.

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