Most chapters absorb 3–3.15% on every credit card payment made by a member.
For chapters collecting $100,000 in credit card payments annually, that’s ~$3,100 in processing fees that are absorbed just for allowing members to pay using credit card.
Section header: A new option for chapters wanting to boost their revenue without adding payment method barriers.
Chapters who are using LegFi to streamline their finances can now opt into credit card surcharging, helping keep more of what revenue is coming in without requiring members to adopt other payment methods or pay higher dues amounts.
Section header: How LegFi Surcharging Works
- This feature is completely optional – chapters maintain control over their members’ payment experience
- The surcharge rate is configurable, generally between 0–3%
- The system has built-in logic to never charge a member more than the processing fee amount, removing any over-collection concerns and reconciliation
- Surcharging applies only to eligible credit cards & payments
- Members will see clear disclosures throughout the entire payment process in LegFi, allowing them the flexibility to select the payment method that best suits them
Why Surcharging?
Chapters with tight budgets or ambitious revenue goals can leverage surcharging to recover lost revenue from credit card processing fees, allowing more room in their budget to focus on important initiatives or even just building up financial stability.
How to Get Started with Surcharging
Our team is here to support you! To request surcharging configuration, please contact us at Softwaresupport@omegafi.com.
