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Deep Dive: How Gift Cards Become Grift Cards For QSRs

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They then go back to the first register and void the first sale, leaving them with several valid gift cards that they can then launder for cash. QSRs can also lower the transaction limits for their gift cards, disincentivizing cybercriminals from targeting them.

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What is a Merchant Cash Advance and is MCA Right for You?

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The lender might deny your MCA application simply because you don’t meet the minimum number of credit card transactions. Limited business control MCA contract terms may have some restrictions that take away your control over the business during the contract period. This edges out businesses that get a lot of cash payments.