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Send FedNow® & RTP® vs. Credit Cards – A Head-to-Head Comparison

What is Sending FedNow transactions

Which is the Best Instant Payment Solution?

The Changing Landscape of Digital Payments

For decades, credit cards have been the go-to payment method for businesses and consumers, offering convenience but also high fees, fraud risks, and processing delays.

���� Credit card fees can be as high as 4% per transaction.
���� Transactions take days to fully settle for businesses.
���� Chargebacks and fraud increase risks for merchants.

Now, with the rise of Send FedNow® and RTP® (Real-Time Payments), businesses and consumers have a faster, more secure, and cost-effective alternative for sending and receiving payments instantly, 24/7/365.

���� Could real-time payments replace credit cards?
���� Are credit card fees still justifiable in the era of instant payments?

TodayPayments.com explores the differences between Send FedNow®, RTP®, and credit cards, helping businesses and consumers understand why real-time payments are the future of transactions.

What Are Send FedNow® & RTP®? How Do They Work?

Send FedNow® and RTP® (Real-Time Payments) are instant payment networks that allow businesses and individuals to transfer money in seconds—24/7, including weekends and holidays.

Unlike credit cards, which involve intermediary banks, networks (Visa, Mastercard), and merchant service providers, FedNow® and RTP® eliminate the middleman, enabling direct bank-to-bank transfers.

Key Differences Between Send FedNow®, RTP®, and Credit Cards

Feature

Send FedNow® & RTP®

Credit Cards

Transaction Speed

Instant (Seconds)

1-3 Business Days

Availability

24/7/365

Limited by Bank Processing Hours

Processing Fees

Low or None

2-4% Per Transaction

Chargebacks

No Chargebacks

Chargebacks Allowed

Security

Highly Secure

Vulnerable to Fraud & Identity Theft

Best For

Direct Bank-to-Bank Transfers

Deferred Payments & Consumer Credit

 

���� Key Takeaway: FedNow® and RTP® offer faster, more secure, and lower-cost transactions than credit cards.


Attributes:

 Send FedNow® vs. credit cards: Which is better?
 Instant bank-to-bank payments vs. credit card processing fees.
 How businesses can save money by switching to Send FedNow® & RTP®
 FedNow® vs. credit cards: Which payment method is right for you?
 The benefits of real-time payments with Send FedNow® & RTP®.


5 Reasons Why Send FedNow® & RTP® Are Better Than Credit Cards

1. No More High Credit Card Processing Fees

���� Credit card companies charge businesses 2-4% per transaction.
���� With FedNow® and RTP®, businesses keep more of their profits.

���� Example: A small business processing $50,000/month in sales could save $1,000-$2,000 per month by switching to FedNow® or RTP®.

2. Instant Fund Availability – No Waiting for Bank Settlements

���� Credit card payments take days to settle, delaying cash flow for businesses.
���� With FedNow® and RTP®, businesses receive payments instantly, 24/7/365.

���� Example: A restaurant owner receiving weekend credit card payments might wait until Monday for funds. With FedNow® and RTP®, payments are immediate.

3. No Chargebacks – Reduced Fraud & Disputes

⚠️ Credit card transactions can be reversed by chargebacks, costing businesses thousands in losses.
���� FedNow® and RTP® payments are final, eliminating chargeback fraud risks.

���� Example: An e-commerce store selling digital products can avoid chargeback fraud by accepting FedNow® or RTP® instead of credit cards.

4. 24/7/365 Availability – No Banking or Processing Delays

Credit card transactions are subject to bank processing hours and network downtimes.
FedNow® and RTP® process payments instantly, any time of day, even on weekends and holidays.

���� Example: A freelancer waiting for a client’s credit card payment on Friday might not see funds until Monday. With FedNow® or RTP®, payments settle immediately.

5. Direct Bank-to-Bank Payments – No Intermediaries

���� Credit card transactions involve multiple parties—banks, payment processors, networks—adding fees and delays.
���� FedNow® and RTP® enable direct payments between accounts, eliminating unnecessary middlemen.

���� Example: A wholesaler using FedNow® can receive large B2B payments instantly, improving supply chain efficiency.


When to Use Send FedNow® & RTP® vs. Credit Cards

���� When to Use FedNow® & RTP®:

For businesses that want to reduce transaction fees and improve cash flow
For instant B2B payments to suppliers and partners
For secure, fraud-resistant transactions with no chargebacks
For peer-to-peer (P2P) payments needing immediate fund availability

When to Use Credit Cards:

For purchases requiring chargeback protection
For financing large purchases over time
For customers who prefer using credit for rewards and perks


How to Get Started with Send FedNow® & RTP® Instant Payments

Step-by-Step Guide:

Step 1: Check if Your Bank Supports FedNow® & RTP®.
Step 2: Enable Instant Payments for Your Business or Personal Use.
Step 3: Set Up FedNow® & RTP® as a Preferred Payment Option.
Step 4: Start Sending & Receiving Real-Time Payments—24/7/365!


Stop Paying Fees, Start Using Send FedNow® & RTP® Today!

���� Why are you still paying credit card fees and waiting days for transactions to clear?

 Business Owners & Entrepreneurs: Accept payments instantly, eliminate processing fees, and increase profits.
 Retailers & Merchants: Stop losing revenue to chargebacks and high transaction costs.
 Freelancers & Contractors: Get paid immediately after each job—no more waiting for bank settlements.
 Banks & Financial Institutions: Offer your customers the fastest, most secure payment option available today.

���� The future of payments is here. Fast. Secure. Affordable. That’s Send FedNow® & RTP®.

���� Talk to US today and switch to Send FedNow® & RTP® for real-time transactions!

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Enhance Your Send FedNow using Credit Cards Payment Requests with FedNow’s ISO 20022 Messaging

Streamline Payments with Advanced Request for Payment Options:

Harness the power of FedNow's Request for Payment system to transform how you manage invoices and remittances. Our platform supports diverse data integration options, allowing payees to incorporate detailed invoice data directly within the RfP message or link to a comprehensive Merchant Page.

Flexible Invoice Details with ISO 20022 Messaging:

Leverage the flexibility of ISO 20022 messaging standards in our RfP system. You can choose to display crucial payment details directly in the message with a concise 140-character description, or through a dynamic "Hyper-Link" leading to a detailed Merchant Page. This Merchant Page can be hosted either on your website or TodayPayments.com/HostedPaymentPage.html through our seamless integration solution.

Customizable Merchant Pages for Enhanced Customer Experience:

Create a Merchant Page that not only details all the MIDs you own but also presents these options attractively to your customers through the RfP. This customization ensures that whether your payer opts for Real-Time Payment, Same-Day ACH, or Card transactions, they can easily navigate and complete their payments through a simple click on the hyperlink provided on your Merchant Page.

Call us today and receive the .csv or .xml FedNow® or Request for Payment (RfP) file you need—all during your very first phone call! We guarantee that our comprehensive reports integrate flawlessly with your bank or credit union. As pioneers in recognizing the benefits of RequestForPayment.com, we have stayed years ahead of our competitors. Although we are not a bank, our role as an "Accounting System" within the Open Banking ecosystem enables us to work with billers to create effective RfP files that seamlessly upload to the biller's online banking platform. U.S. companies rely on our expertise to learn how to deliver the RfP message directly to their bank with precision.

Our advanced solution, Today Payments' ISO 20022 Payment Initiation (PAIN.013), demonstrates how to create a Real-Time Payments Request for Payment file that sends a clear message from the creditor (payee) to its bank. Most financial institutions support the import of messaging and batch files for both FedNow® and Real-Time Payments (RtP), ensuring smooth processing. Once the file is correctly uploaded, the creditor’s bank processes the payment through a secure "Payment Hub"—with The Clearing House serving as the RtP Hub—and relays the message to the debtor's (payer's) bank. This streamlined approach not only accelerates transaction processing but also enhances transparency and reliability for all parties involved.

Request for Payment

... easily create Real-Time Payments RfP files. No risk. Test with your bank and delete "test" files before APPROVAL on your Bank's Online Payments Platform. Today Payments is a leader in the evolution of immediate payments. We were years ahead of competitors recognizing the benefits of Same-Day ACH and Real-Time Payments funding. Our business clients receive faster availability of funds on deposited items and instant notification of items presented for deposit all based on real-time activity. Dedicated to providing superior customer service and industry-leading technology.


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