Processing Fees on High-Value Service Invoices
Credit and debit cards are often approved immediately and typically cost about 2% to 3.5% of the payment, which makes them convenient for small service jobs. Commercial virtual cards used by accounts payable departments usually carry a similar fee, often around 2% to 3%. On a large invoice, that percentage can quickly cut into profit; for example, a 3% fee on a $60,000 project removes $1,800 from revenue. If the contract does not allow the business to pass along card-processing charges, the business absorbs the cost. Because card-fee rules differ by state, the company should confirm local requirements before adding any surcharge or fee line item.
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