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 Joyful Heart
Renewal Ministries: Internet Bible studies, articles, and stories
Theme: Online Checks
Issue 12, July 15, 1998    ISSN 1094-9001
New Opportunities & Risks
Dr. Ralph F. Wilson, Editor Should You Accept Checks over the Internet?
by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson
E-Commerce Consultant
Why aren't more merchants accepting online checks? Learn about the opportunities -- and the risks. With studies showing consumer preference to pay by check, and 70 million Americans without a credit card, here's an opportunity.

We explain how it works, and the types of software and service bureaus available, along with important cautions for merchants accepting online checks.

We think you'll agree this kind of information is well worth an annual subscription to Web Commerce Today. READ THE ARTICLE

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Sidebar: US Laws and Regulations Governing Demand Drafts
If you take checks online, you'll want to have a good understanding of the applicable laws, or you could find yourself afoul of the Feds. This resource contains links to applicable sections of the Uniform Commerical Code, Code of Federal Regulations, FTC Documents, and Federal Reserve Bank regulations. How many online check sales would it take to pay for a subscription to Web Commerce Today!    Read the Article.

Arm Yourself with Additional Resources
Accepting Online Checks
Fraud Prevention section of the Electronic Commerce Research Room We've developed a new section in our Research Room which deals with Accepting Online Checks. Here you'll find links to various check software and other resources.

Examining the iCat Free Store
Review: iCat Commerce Online
Here's a look from a store developer's perspective on iCat's new iCat Commerce Online. We found many strengths, but some major weaknesses, as well. Read the Article

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