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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    An ARC entry is a one time debit entry to the account of a receiver whom has previously been notified that their check (source document) will be...

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  • Acquirer

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

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