ODFI (Originating Depository Financial Institution)
Financial institutions that originate ACH transactions on behalf of its customers. ODFI's must abide by the National Automated Clearing House Association (NACHA) Operating Rules.
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Discount Rate
Merchants are charged a fee for the processing services that enable them to accept cards as payment. This fee, called the “merchant discount” or “discount rate,” is negotiated with each merchant during the sales process. The discount rate is usually a percentage of the merchant’s sales volume.
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UDAP (Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices)
Unfair or Deceptive Acts of Practices (UDAP) is a collection of rules for banking regulations, aiming to protect credit card users while adding to card-related disclosures.
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