Merchant Account

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

Related Terms

  • ODFI (Originating Depository Financial Institution)

    Financial institutions that originate ACH transactions on behalf of its customers. ODFI's must abide by the National Automated Clearing House Association (NACHA) Operating Rules.

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  • PPD (Prearranged Payment and Deposit)

    A credit or debit entry to the account of a receiver where there is either a standing or one time written authorization that has been signed or...

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