Does Atwell Suites charge an 'Authorization Fee' for each transaction submitted, regardless of approval?

According to Atwell Suites' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, an Authorization Fee is charged for each transaction submitted for authorization, irrespective of whether the transaction is ultimately authorized or approved. The FDD defines "Authorization Fee" as a fee charged for each transaction submitted for Authorization, regardless of whether the transaction is authorized or approved.

This means that Atwell Suites franchisees will incur a fee for every transaction they attempt to process, even if the transaction is declined. This can impact the overall cost of processing payments, as franchisees will be paying for unsuccessful attempts in addition to successful ones.

Franchisees should factor this Authorization Fee into their financial projections and consider strategies to minimize declined transactions, such as verifying customer information and using fraud prevention tools. Understanding the details of these fees is crucial for managing expenses and maintaining profitability.