C5 Merchant Solutions

06/19/2026

C5 Charlie has a question for you.

When did you last actually look at your processing statement?
Not glance at the total. Actually look at it.

Because here's what he finds almost every single time he sits down with a merchant's statement:

🔴 A PCI fee they're paying every month — for a compliance questionnaire nobody told them to complete
🔴 A rate that quietly increased since they signed up — no notice, no explanation
🔴 At least one fee with a name so vague it could mean anything — and usually means nothing

The average merchant we review is overpaying by $150-$300 every single month.

That's $1,800 to $3,600 a year.

Leaving your account.

Quietly.

Every year.

Charlie would like to stop that.

Here's what he's offering - and this comes straight from the real C5 team behind him:

Send us your last processing statement. We'll go through it line by line. Tell you exactly what you're paying, what's legitimate, and what isn't.

No pitch. No pressure. No obligation.

Just answers.

Because you deserve to know what you're actually paying for.

📞 (757) 683-0123
Or DM us right here.

06/19/2026

Processing tip for local business owners:

Take a few minutes this month to review your statement, not just the total fees, but what you’re actually being charged for.

Many merchants are surprised to find extra monthly fees, outdated equipment costs, PCI-related charges, or pricing that no longer matches the way their business operates today.

Your business changes over time. Your processing setup should be reviewed too.

At C5, we’re local, accessible, and happy to walk through the details with you in plain English.

No pressure. No confusing industry talk. Just a real conversation about whether your current setup is still working for your business.

06/16/2026

There’s a reason independent sales professionals continue to build careers in the payments industry. It offers flexibility. Residual income. Relationship-building. And the opportunity to truly help business owners operate more efficiently.

At C5, we’ve built a culture around support, accessibility, and doing business the right way.

We’re not interested in creating a high-pressure environment. We want good people who enjoy helping local businesses and building something meaningful over time.

If you’re an experienced 1099 agent — or someone exploring the industry for the first time — we’re always open to conversations with people who value relationships and community as much as production.

06/13/2026

We have one more CoVa BIZ Magazine Best of Business celebration to share!

C5 Merchant Solutions’ CEO, Shannon Kane, was awarded GOLD for both:

🥇 Best Local Leader Making a Difference
🥇 Best Local Entrepreneur

Anyone who knows Shannon knows she doesn’t sit still for long.

Between building businesses, supporting local nonprofits, creating opportunities, mentoring others, and staying deeply involved in the community, she leads with energy, heart, and purpose.

This recognition is a beautiful reminder that leadership is not just about running a business, it’s about showing up, giving back, building relationships, and making your community stronger along the way.

Congratulations, Shannon! We’re proud to have you leading the C5 team.

06/11/2026

Meet C5 Charlie. 👋

He's the newest member of the C5 team — and he's got a few things to say about what's happening to small business owners and their payment processing fees.

Watch. Share with a fellow business owner. And if anything he says sounds familiar — you know where to find us.

📞 (757) 683-0123
C5MerchantSolutions.com

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

The best business relationships usually start with trust.

That’s why so much of C5’s growth has come from accountants, consultants, marketing agencies, IT providers, office equipment companies, and other professionals who simply know local businesses and care about helping them succeed.

If you work with business owners regularly and want to partner with a local payments company that values relationships, communication, and taking care of people the right way, we’d love to connect.

We believe referrals should feel natural, not pushy.

And when our partners trust us with an introduction, we work hard to make them look good.

06/07/2026

We’re proud to continue supporting one of our longtime charity partners, PiN Ministry, at their upcoming Golf Tournament on June 4th at Virginia Beach National Golf Club.

PiN Ministry does incredible work serving individuals experiencing homelessness in our community through meals, shelter programs, workforce development, medical care, and hope-filled support services that truly change lives.

Our C5 team will be volunteering throughout the day, and we can’t wait to spend time with so many great people supporting an important cause.

There’s still time to register your team or sponsor the event at: pinministry.org/golf

Hope to see you on the course!

06/06/2026

Many business owners stay with the same processor for years because switching feels overwhelming or time consuming. As a result, they often miss newer tools that could simplify reporting, improve staff workflow, or support changing customer expectations.

A strong payment partner should regularly review how your business operates today and help identify opportunities to improve efficiency as your operations evolve. Connect with the C5 team at C5MerchantSolutions.com