Guides and Resources
Chargebacks: What You Can (Actually) Do to Prevent Them
Rescue Payments understands the full risk picture, not just your processing fees. When businesses think about payment processing, the conversation usually starts with fees. And that makes sense – for many businesses, payment processing represents one of their largest monthly operating expenses. But behind the scenes, there’s another important consideration:…
Credit Card Surcharge Notice: Examples and Templates for Canadian Companies
If you’re considering adopting a pass-the-fee model, one of the most important aspects to get right is how you communicate it to your customers. Card networks like Visa and Mastercard have strict rules around how and where surcharge notices must appear – and failing to follow them can result in…
Is It Worth Paying Credit Card Surcharges to Earn Rewards in Canada?
Credit cards have long been a popular method of payment for Canadians, not only for the convenience they provide but also for the rewards they offer. From cashback to travel points and gift cards, Canadian credit card users often find themselves weighing the pros and cons of swiping their cards…
Unlocking Financial Success: Why Students Should Consider a Credit Card
As a student, the idea of getting a credit card can be intimidating. Many students avoid credit cards because they worry about falling into debt, or they simply don’t understand how to use them responsibly. However, when used wisely, credit cards can be one of the most effective tools for…
Starting up a business? Why you should surcharge from day one and save thousands on credit card fees.
Starting a business brings in a world of choices and it can sometimes be a bit overwhelming as you begin to put everything in place. How you accept payment is one of the more confusing parts of the process because of the overwhelming amount of choices in the market. .…
Unlocking Fair Pricing: How Pass-the-Fee Benefits Canadian Consumers and Businesses Alike
Since the Canadian regulatory shift in 2022, pass-the-fee payments has emerged as a strategy that enables companies to maintain competitive pricing while addressing the high costs of payment processing. This approach offers a transparent way to offset credit card processing fees, ensuring that customers who pay with cash or debit…
Merchant Credit Card Fee Guide 2025: How Much Does It Cost to Process Credit Cards?
Swipe. Tap. Go. It seems so quick and easy to pay with plastic these days. But behind the scenes, every credit card transaction is cutting into your bottom line. With each dip, tap, or swipe of a card, merchants are being bled dry by sky-high processing fees. Last year alone,…
How to Cancel Your Merchant Services Contract in Canada and the US – A Step By Step Guide
High payment processing fees can take a real toll on profitability for any business. While the costs may appear manageable individually, over time, they accumulate and become a significant drain on your bottom line. If you find yourself locked into a restrictive contract with high fees or subpar service, it’s…
Why Dental Clinics Are Embracing Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Financing
Dental clinics are always looking for ways to make services more accessible while increasing patient satisfaction. One solution gaining traction – especially in industries where costs can be a barrier – is Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL). This flexible financing option allows patients to move forward with dental treatments without…
How to Seamlessly Implement Pass the Fee in Your Dental Practice: A Guide for Clinic Owners (2025)
Introducing the pass the fee for credit card payments at your dental practice is an effective way to offset rising payment processing costs. However, how you communicate the change to your patients is critical. A well-executed, transparent transition can help prevent confusion, reduce resistance, and ensure your patients continue to…
