Payments & Merchant AccountsEpisode 4 · June 24, 2025 · 02:20

From Swipe to Settlement: The Lifecycle of a Transaction

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Every credit card payment triggers a rapid-fire chain of events across banks, processors, and card networks. But how does the money actually get from your customer's card to your business account? Follow the journey step-by-step to understand where delays, fees, or risks can sneak in.

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