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Statement Shock: Why Your Processing Fees Spike Without Warning
December 2, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Has your business ever suddenly paid more in credit-card or ACH processing fees—without changing anything? You’re not alone. Hundreds of businesses experience “statement shock” due to obscure surcharges, mid-year pricing updates, or new assessments quietly added by processors.

Business Solutions Group (BSG) specializes in identifying why fees spike—and how to permanently eliminate surprise charges.

Common Reasons Fees Increase Unexpectedly

  • New card-brand assessments slipped into statements
  • Seasonal volume changes affecting your pricing tier
  • Penalties from non-optimized transaction categories
  • Gateway or software fee increases
  • Inactive account fees or compliance charges
  • Providers shifting to blended pricing without notice

The Problem: Most Providers Don’t Explain Changes

And when they do, they bury the explanation in technical jargon. Without expert analysis, you don’t know if the increase is valid—or avoidable.

How BSG Keeps Your Costs Predictable

BSG provides:
Detailed statement audits to identify every unnecessary fee
Benchmark comparisons so you know what you shouldbe paying
Negotiation support to secure stable pricing
Ongoing monitoring to detect any future increases before they affect margins

This gives businesses control over their payments—something many organizations don’t realize they can have.

Surprise fees shouldn’t be part of doing business. With BSG’s ongoing support, companies regain predictability and prevent unexpected processing spikes.
Contact our experts for a free statement audit today!

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