Having the option to pay even more ways for digital goods, like music streaming and news subscriptions, has created new obstacles for merchants. Customers love the convenience and 24-hour access to services, but merchants are having to deal with an uptick in friendly fraud, as well as the newer challenge of family fraud. Friendly Fraud vs. Family Fraud Friendly fraud...
Chargebacks are an often occurrence in any type of online business; however they do affect high risk businesses more frequently. Chargebacks can cause havoc for any business, as the majority of the time chargebacks are not reported to the business until funds are taken from the business. Chargebacks can create up to 270% of lost money on a chargeback. This...
Commercial retailers love the holiday season almost as much as kids do because they receive the best present possible: a flood of revenue streams. The holiday season alone can account for 60% or more of any business’ annual sales profit. The convenience of online shopping and customers trending towards the at-home shopping experience means that merchant accounts will become extremely...
