Getting set up with payments for home service businesses
Understand processing, fees, and payout timing.
5 min read · Updated July 2026
In this guide
How processing worksFees and what to watchPayout timing and cash flowLog every payment in one placeHow processing works
When a customer pays by card or ACH, a processor moves the money and takes a fee. Understanding that flow helps you price and plan cash flow.
Fees and what to watch
Some tools mark up processing fees; others pass them through at cost. Over a year, the difference is real money. Ask exactly what you pay.
Payout timing and cash flow
Know how long it takes for a payment to hit your bank. Faster payouts smooth cash flow, especially in your busy season.
Log every payment in one place
Card, ACH, cash, and check should all live on the job so your books are clean. See payments.
Key takeaways
- Know your true processing cost.
- Understand payout timing for cash flow.
- Log every payment type in one place.
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Sources & further reading
Source documentation.
- Stripe documentation on processing, fees, and payouts. stripe.com/docs
- PCI Security Standards Council on compliance basics. pcisecuritystandards.org
External links are provided for reference and credit. Lakehouse is not affiliated with and does not endorse these sources.
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