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Compare Payment Pricing Models

Transparent payment processing reviews — including Cash Discount and Dual Pricing programs that may help qualified merchants reduce card processing impact. Compare pricing models and request a quote tailored to your business.

How Cash Discount Works

A simple, legal way to offset credit card processing costs

1

Set Posted Prices

Display compliant posted prices and customer notices based on your approved program structure

2

Cash Customers Save

Customers paying with cash or debit receive a discount equal to the service fee

3

Offset Card Costs

A properly configured program may help reduce the impact of card processing costs

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Compare Pricing Models

Understanding the different ways processors charge for credit card acceptance

Interchange Plus

Most transparent pricing model. You pay the actual interchange rate set by card networks plus a fixed markup.

Example:

Interchange + small fixed markup per transaction

Pros

  • Most transparent
  • Best for high-volume
  • See actual costs

Cons

  • Variable monthly bills
  • Complex statements

Best for: Established businesses processing higher volumes

Tiered Pricing

Transactions are categorized into qualified, mid-qualified, and non-qualified tiers with different rates.

Example:

Rates vary by transaction type and card category

Pros

  • Simple to understand
  • Predictable qualified rate

Cons

  • Less transparent
  • Many transactions downgrade

Best for: Businesses with mostly swiped/dipped transactions

Flat Rate

One simple rate for all transactions regardless of card type or transaction method.

Example:

One consistent rate per transaction

Pros

  • Simple and predictable
  • Easy to calculate costs

Cons

  • Usually highest cost
  • No volume discounts

Best for: Low-volume or new businesses

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Cash Discount / Dual Pricing

Display posted prices and offer a discount for eligible cash payments. Program structure depends on state rules and card brand requirements.

Example:

Posted price includes service fee, cash customers receive a discount

Pros

  • Can offset processing costs
  • Clear customer pricing
  • Guided implementation

Cons

  • Requires signage
  • Some customer adjustment
  • State regulations apply

Best for: Any business in a compliant state wanting to reduce fees

Competitive Rate Analysis

Would you like a competitive rate analysis?

Instead of a generic estimate, a BSV payments specialist reviews your actual processing statement line by line — interchange, assessments, markup and monthly add-ons — and shows you what your business could look like on a BSV program each month.

  • Upload your most recent statement as a PDF
  • Line-by-line review of what you pay today
  • Program and equipment recommendation for your business
  • Reviewed by a specialist, not an automated calculator

Estimated results require accurate current processing statements and may vary based on actual volume, card mix and provider requirements. Subject to underwriting approval.

Request your rate analysis

Attach your statement as a PDF. A specialist follows up within one business day.

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Pick one so we follow up the right way — answers only, or a full setup review.

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  1. 1Open your most recent monthly processing statement.
  2. 2Save or print it as a PDF (under 10 MB).
  3. 3Attach it below, then submit — a specialist reviews it within one business day.

Attaching your statement lets a specialist review your current setup accurately. You can also send it later. Files are stored privately and reviewed only by BSV staff.

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Submitted requests are reviewed by a specialist. Programs and equipment are subject to underwriting approval. Terms apply.

Legal Compliance

State-by-State Compliance

BSV Solution works with businesses nationwide. Look up your state to see the program rules that apply there, plus every service and piece of equipment we can set up for your business.

Allowed (45 states)
Restricted (5 states)
Prohibited (0 states)

Alabama

AL

Cash discount programs permitted with proper signage

View Alabama programs

Alaska

AK

No restrictions on cash discount programs

View Alaska programs

Arizona

AZ

Cash discounts permitted; clear disclosure required

View Arizona programs

Arkansas

AR

Legal with proper customer notification

View Arkansas programs

California

CA

Cash discounts permitted; cannot charge more than posted price for credit

View California programs

Colorado

CO

Requires specific signage and disclosure requirements

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Connecticut

CT

Permitted with strict disclosure requirements at point of sale

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Delaware

DE

No specific restrictions on cash discount programs

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Florida

FL

Cash discounts fully permitted with signage

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Georgia

GA

Legal with proper disclosure

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Hawaii

HI

Cash discount programs permitted

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Idaho

ID

No restrictions on cash discounting

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Illinois

IL

Permitted with clear signage requirements

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Indiana

IN

Cash discounts legal with disclosure

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Iowa

IA

No specific restrictions

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Kansas

KS

Cash discount programs permitted

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Kentucky

KY

Legal with proper signage

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Louisiana

LA

Cash discounts permitted

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Maine

ME

Requires clear disclosure; some restrictions apply

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Maryland

MD

Cash discounts permitted with signage

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Massachusetts

MA

Requires specific compliance measures and clear posting

View Massachusetts programs

Michigan

MI

No specific restrictions on cash discounting

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Minnesota

MN

Cash discounts permitted

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Mississippi

MS

No restrictions

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Missouri

MO

Legal with proper disclosure

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Montana

MT

Cash discount programs permitted

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Nebraska

NE

No specific restrictions

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Nevada

NV

Cash discounts permitted

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New Hampshire

NH

Legal with signage

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New Jersey

NJ

Cash discounts permitted with disclosure

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New Mexico

NM

No restrictions on cash discounting

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New York

NY

Must display both cash and credit prices; surcharging has specific rules

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North Carolina

NC

Cash discounts permitted

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North Dakota

ND

No specific restrictions

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Ohio

OH

Legal with proper signage

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Oklahoma

OK

Cash discount programs permitted

View Oklahoma programs

Oregon

OR

No restrictions

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Pennsylvania

PA

Cash discounts permitted with disclosure

View Pennsylvania programs

Rhode Island

RI

Legal with signage requirements

View Rhode Island programs

South Carolina

SC

Cash discounts permitted

View South Carolina programs

South Dakota

SD

No specific restrictions

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Tennessee

TN

Legal with proper disclosure

View Tennessee programs

Texas

TX

Cash discount programs fully permitted

View Texas programs

Utah

UT

No restrictions on cash discounting

View Utah programs

Vermont

VT

Cash discounts permitted

View Vermont programs

Virginia

VA

Legal with signage

View Virginia programs

Washington

WA

Cash discounts permitted with disclosure

View Washington programs

West Virginia

WV

No specific restrictions

View West Virginia programs

Wisconsin

WI

Cash discount programs permitted

View Wisconsin programs

Wyoming

WY

No restrictions

View Wyoming programs

Important Compliance Notice

State regulations may change. This information is provided for general guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. We recommend consulting with a legal professional and contacting us to verify current compliance requirements in your state before implementing a cash discount program. BSV Solution provides compliant signage and program setup to ensure your business meets all applicable regulations.

Ready to Review Your Pricing Options?

Get a clear review of Cash Discount, Dual Pricing, and traditional processing options. Program availability depends on business profile, state rules, and underwriting approval.