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A blue wave wouldn’t allow cannabis firms to accept card payments, but it would enable change

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election could move the cannabis industry closer to the mainstream, but legal dispensaries will still have to deal with workarounds to accept card or mobile payments. The upcoming U.S.

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Credit Card Surcharge Guidance: A State-by-State Overview of Surcharging Laws

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TL;DR A credit card surcharge program can be particularly beneficial for small businesses to offset the cost of accepting credit card payments. However, before implementing it, you must know all the state, federal, and card network rules surrounding it. Montana – The surcharge rate is capped at 3%.

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Can I Legally Charge a Credit Card Fee?

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When it comes to accepting payments, businesses often grapple with the costs of credit card processing fees. The question “Is it legal to charge a credit card fee?” This article will explore the legality of charging such fees as well as the pros and cons associated with them.

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How to Build a Chargeback Payments Team in your Company

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Legal Advisor: In complex chargeback cases, having legal expertise can be essential, particularly in disputes involving large amounts or multiple fraud claims. Collaboration with the Analyst: Advises on handling complex chargeback cases and navigating card network rules.

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Understanding Payment Processing Compliance When Implementing Credit Card Surcharging

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Credit card surcharging can help offset these expenses, but it can be tricky. Failure to comply with its policy frameworks can have severe consequences— legally and financially. In the following sections, we’ll delve into the legal framework, compliance standards, and best practices to navigate the complexities of surcharging.

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What Is a Convenience Fee & Should You Charge It?

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On the other hand, Surcharges are applied only to credit card payments and are meant to offset the merchant’s cost of processing credit card transactions. Additionally, surcharges are subject to more legal restrictions than convenience fees, with some states prohibiting them altogether.

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Credit Card Surcharges: What Are They, and How Do They Work?

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That said, you can’t just decide and impose credit card surcharges overnight. It requires stringent adherence to regulatory guidelines and card network rules, from surcharge caps to disclosure requirements. This is good news because it means you won’t have to inflate your base prices to cover payment processing fees.