Merchant Account

An account opened through a payment processor or financial institution that allows payees to accept credit card payments from a payer.

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  • Acquirer

    An acquirer is a bank that processes credit and debit card transactions for a merchant.

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  • Existing Relationship

    There is an existing relationship between an originator and a receiver when there is either a written agreement in place or when the receiver has purchased goods...

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