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Understanding Payment Processing Terminology Glossary for Merchants

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Automated Clearing House (ACH) An electronic network that enables the transfer of funds between bank accounts. Address Verification System (AVS) A system that compares the billing address provided by the cardholder with the address on file with the card issuer to verify the authenticity of a transaction.

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How Much Do Credit Card Companies Charge Merchants?

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Basics of Credit Card Fees Credit card fees refer to a range of charges that are imposed by credit card issuers on cardholders and merchants for completing credit card payments, either online or in person. They are set by the network and passed on to merchants through their bank and the card brands they accept.