Clients who can't pay the way they want to pay often don't pay at all. The more payment options you offer, the fewer bookings you lose to friction.
Credit and Debit Cards
Cards are the most convenient way for clients to pay. They allow customers to finance purchases, earn rewards, and offer buyer protection. Check Cherry Payments supports all major cards: Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and Discover.
Mobile Payments
More clients are booking from their phones. Apple Pay and Google Pay make checkout effortless because payment details are already stored on their device. Check Cherry Payments includes both automatically.
ACH Bank Transfers
ACH lets clients pay directly from their bank account with lower processing fees than credit cards. It's especially useful for larger payments like final balances.
Alternative Payment Methods
You can also accept PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, cash, or checks. These manual payment methods don't process automatically through Check Cherry, but you can record them to keep your books accurate.
Processing Fees
Credit card processing fees are a cost of doing business. Most businesses factor them into their package pricing rather than charging clients extra. Clients expect to pay by card and don't expect to pay extra for convenience.
Avoid making clients jump through hoops to save you money on processing fees. Focus on making it easy to pay — reducing friction increases bookings.
Collect Deposit and Signature Together
Collecting the deposit at the same time as the contract signature locks in the booking in one step. Clients who sign and pay in the same flow are less likely to change their mind or book with someone else.
The Competitive Advantage
Clients often shop around before committing. When you make it easy to sign and pay online, you're more likely to win the business. The company that removes the most friction usually gets the booking.