Visa & MasterCard Raise Credit Card Processing Rates
Visa & MasterCard have raised interchange rates
again effective April 2005, but before we explain the increase lets look at
what comprises a discount rate as these credit card processing rate increases
are not simple.
The discount rate you see on your
merchant statement is based on the Interchange rate.Interchange is the rate
Visa & MasterCard member issuing banks charge on credit card transactions.
Similarly to how your mortgage is based on prime. Issuing banks are the banks
that issue credit cards to cardholders. Contrary to popular belief, 80% of
discount rate is paid to bank that issued credit card to customers patronizing
your business.
Interchange compensates
card issuing institutions for their risk and the expenses they incur to
process transactions.
The fee amount is based on the level of risk associated with funding a
transaction, in hopes of encouraging small businesses to follow procedures
that reduce fraud.
The interchange fee is determined by the nature of your business and the
processing procedures you follow. Visa and MasterCard set these rates by
assessing the level of risk associated with funding and expenses involved in
processing a transaction
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Every time Visa & MasterCard raise the interchange rates your credit
card processor must decide to either absorb those increases or pass them on to
you the merchant.
Visa & MasterCard regulations stipulate that a merchant must
be notified in writing of any rate increase and usually receives notice at
least 30 days prior.
You should see this notice in your March, April & May credit card
processing statements.
This year Visa & MasterCard raised rates about 10 basis points(for
detailed increases see chart below). If you were paying 1.75% as of April 1st
2005 you will now be paying 1.85%. This amounts to a $1.00 increase per
$1,000.00 of Visa MasterCard transactions to process through your terminal.
This may vary slightly depending on how much your bank or processor has
absorbed the increase.
see www.accpconline.com rates
ACCPC Online is only raising 7 basis points we are absorbing 3
basis points. These rates go into effect 1 April 05 so if you feel this
increase will effect you significantly please
contact us for a new rate comparison. You may have a small fee to cancel
your current contract but the savings of the lower cost of credit card
processing may offset this.
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Deciding to Consolidate Debt?
What is the point of consolidating debt and when should you do it? What are some of the options for consolidating debt? At some point in their financial lives, many people ask these questions. If you have been pondering these thoughts, read on.
Consolidating debt means different things to different people. To a young couple or family thinking about buying a home consolidating debt may be necessary to lessen their debt to income ratio. For a single person tired of writing ten or twenty checks each month consolidating debt may be a way of making his/her financial life more convenient and organized. A family with college age children may consolidate debt in order to fund a college education.
Older people on the verge of retirement may be considering debt consolidation as a way of simplifying their lives and adjusting to a change in income. All of these scenarios are sound reasons for investigating debt consolidation and all...
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Stop Money Worries Killing You!
Copyright 2006 Christopher Green
Recently, as I was surfing around the web, I found yet another website offering misguided, uninformed and irrelevant advice to people who are stressed, depressed or anxious. The site had the following advice for sufferers:
"Most people who become stressed, anxious or depressed do so because they are experiencing financial difficulties. Debt is a big problem for a lot of people, and many struggle to service debts because they are on a low income. Other factors include poverty, unemployment, and a feeling of worthlessness because financial aspirations haven't been met. Money is one of the biggest causes of stress and depression in the Western world."
It is a statement I have seen and heard from many people, from medical professionals to sufferers and of course, in many publications and websites.
I'm sure you too will have either been told money is the root cause of your problems or heard it from various sources.
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Briana Kriebel Banner Named Branch Manager for National City Bank in Sewickley
SEWICKLEY (ContentDesk) November 14, 2005 -- Gary Flasco, vice president, district sales executive for National City has announced that Briana Kriebel Banner has been named branch manager of the National City bank branch at 400 Broad Street in Sewickley.Previously, Banner served as office manager for National Citys bank branch in Oakmont. She joined the bank in 2003 in the Retail Management Development Program.
Flasco said, We are fortunate to have an outstanding individual such as Briana to lead the initiatives for our Sewickley bank branch. Her exceptional interpersonal skills, professionalism, and dedication to the community will serve us well as we continue our commitment to provide the highest quality retail, commercial and investment products to individuals, families and businesses in the Sewickley area. We welcome her to our bank and invite everyone to visit the branch to meet Briana and her team.
Their number one priority is to do everything possible to simplify...
Briana Kriebel Banner Named Branch Manager for National City Bank in Sewickley
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Minnesota Businessman Teams with International Boxing Legend, Roberto Duran
Minneapolis, MN (ContentDesk) June 26, 2006 -- John Laub founder of Minnesota Lending and the newly established Minnesota Mortgage Network is teaming with Panamanian patriot and boxing legend Roberto Duran to launch Blue Bridge Media.
On a trip to Panama Laub noticed the lack of advertising on taxicabs in Panama.
Imagine the landscape of New York City without its beloved taxi tops.
Panama is covered with billboards, television and poster advertising but had yet to capture the essence of taxi top advertising.???? Blue Bridge Media is bringing taxi top advertising to Panamas 25,000 taxicabs.
Major corporate advertisers and taxicab operators have lined up for the opportunity to touch the masses with their message.
Each taxi cab driver will be paid an upfront fee of 10 plus a monthly contract fee of 30 to attach the taxi top to their vehicle.
Blue Bridge Media will maintain and monitor advertising on all of the vehicles. Laub and Duran...
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All About: Affordable Term Life Insurance
Term Life Insurance provides a specified amount of money to your dependents if you die, to cover costs like a mortgage and education.
The term is determined when you sign up for insurance.
Term Life Insurance is cheaper to purchase than whole life insurance because a payment is only made if you die before the end of the term.
The proceeds from term insurance cover are paid to your beneficiaries without the deduction of any federal taxes.
You usually pay a fixed premium for the entire duration of the term.
However, since there is no investment component with this type of life insurance, you do not build equity.
People who are younger and in better health, particularly non-smokers and people in the normal weight range for their height and gender, typically get lower premium quotes.
And because the incremental cost of getting all the coverage you may need is very small, it is better to focus on getting this coverage instead...
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Buying a Home With Bad Credit - Tips on Finding the Right Broker or Lender
You can buy a home with a bad credit record; you just need to find the right mortgage financing package. Before you sign up with the first company that offers you a loan, remember to research offers to be assured you are getting a fair deal.Know Your Credit RatingYour credit score is one of the biggest factors in determining the points you will pay for your loan. People with scores between 620 and 800 have near perfect credit and will have the lowest rates and fees. Scores between 620 and 550 mean an interest rate or two higher. 600 is usually the cutoff point for 100% financing.
Scores less than 550 mean mortgage interest rates are up to 5% higher with up to five points. Lenders will also require a down payment between 5% and 20%You can find your score online along with your credit report. This is a good time to make sure all the information is correct on your record. Any discrepancies should be checked out and corrected before applying for a loan.Know The FeesArm...
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Sub-Prime Mortgage Loans - Things You Should Know About Sub-Prime Mortgages
Sub-prime mortgages are not that much different from average mortgages. They have interest rates, points, and fees. They can be compared online, and they have seasonal trends. The only real difference is that as a borrower with a less than stellar credit record, you will have to pay a slightly higher rate for the lender's increased risk. What is important is that you prepare yourself with information about sub-prime mortgages and compare lending companies to make sure you get the best deal.Paying For RiskIf you have bad credit or declared bankruptcy, a mortgage lender is taking a big risk that you will pay back the loan.
People with bad credit are seven times more likely to default on loans, so lenders make up for this loss with higher interest rates and fees. However, some companies take advantage of people with poor credit, so you should compare companies.Look OnlineYou don't have to meet with a lender face to face to negotiate a mortgage loan. You can go online...
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