How To Proceed ?

Before you start looking for a merchant account it is most important that you have your facts right.        

       Firstly, Have all your documentation ready. 

>Even if you are being referred to an account have a thorough reasearch on it on your own.

>Have a second opinion on the account provider.

>Talk to someone who has dealt with the account prior to you.

> Go to blogs and see what is being spoken about the services that you are about to receive.

        Secondly ,talk to the provider and gather as much information as possible.

> Information like if there is any upfront fees.

> settlement period

> Transaction Fees

> Rolling reserve

> Discount Rate

> Hold Period

These should be just fine and be good enough for you to get started .