What Are Real-Time Discounts for Recurring Payments?

To empower businesses with automated Real-Time Discounts for recurring A2A transactions—integrated directly into QuickBooks® (QBO)—using FedNow® and RTP® for instant, certified good funds with full ISO 20022 compliance.

Real-Time Discounts + QuickBooks® Integration — Automate Savings, Accelerate Cash Flow.

At TodayPayments.com, we give merchants the tools to deliver Real-Time Discounts on recurring payments by integrating A2A payment rails like FedNow® and RTP® directly into QuickBooks®. Whether offering Net30 early payment incentives, rebates, or dynamic pricing, our platform ensures merchants get paid instantly with real-time certainty, ISO 20022 messaging, and fully reconciled AR updates.


Recurring transactions are the lifeblood of many businesses—yet they’re often slowed by traditional payment methods, delayed settlement, and static pricing models. What if you could offer real-time incentives for early payments and reconcile every invoice directly inside QuickBooks®?

With Real-Time Discounts integrated into QBO using FedNow® and RTP®, merchants can deliver Net30 discounts, subscription rebates, or lower pricing at scale while receiving good funds instantly. Batching capabilities, ISO 20022 compliance, and hosted RfP™ links make this the most flexible, secure, and cost-effective way to run your recurring billing.

Real-Time Discounts refer to automated pricing incentives (like early payment discounts or volume rebates) that are embedded into recurring account-to-account (A2A) transactions processed through FedNow® or RTP®. These incentives are:

  • Delivered in real time
  • Settled instantly as good funds
  • Automatically reconciled into QuickBooks®

By sending Request for Payment (RfP™) links and using hosted payment pages, merchants reduce DSO (days sales outstanding) and simplify collections—while rewarding customers who pay early or on time.

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  • ~ Automate Account Payable Payments
  • ~ One-time and Recurring Debits / Credits

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Real-Time Payments Parameters, Benefits, and Features

1. Instant A2A Real-Time Payments as Good Funds

FedNow® and RTP® enable instant settlement of recurring payments. There are no reversals, batch windows, or processing delays.

"With Real-Time Discounts and A2A payments, you receive irrevocable good funds within seconds—day or night—boosting liquidity and customer satisfaction."


2. Net30 Early Payment Discounts Integrated into QBO

Offer Net30, Net15, or Net10 discounts that trigger when customers pay before the invoice due date. These incentives are fully visible within your QuickBooks® ledger.

"Encourage faster customer payments by embedding Net30 discounts into each recurring transaction, then auto-apply receipts into QuickBooks® for instant AR updates."


3. Recurring Payments & Batch Uploads Using ISO 20022

Upload Excel, XML, or JSON files for recurring discounts or payment schedules. All data conforms to ISO 20022 rich messaging, including invoice references and customer metadata.

"Send recurring Real-Time Discount payments in bulk using ISO 20022 batch uploads across all U.S. banks and credit unions."


4. Hosted Payment Pages Powered by RfP™

Send hosted payment links via email, SMS, or invoice, allowing customers to pay in one click—triggering the discount automatically. No coding or portals required.

"Hosted RfP™ payment pages deliver secure, mobile-friendly checkout experiences that process real-time A2A payments with instant discount capture."


5. FedNow® and RTP® Rail Compatibility

All transactions are processed over regulated real-time rails, ensuring secure, 24/7 settlement. Compatible with all U.S. banks and credit unions.

"RTP® and FedNow® guarantee your real-time discounted payments post immediately—no waiting for ACH or card settlements."


6. Alias-Based MID Assignment for Teams or Divisions

Assign merchant IDs to specific employees, stores, or divisions using mobile numbers or email aliases—simplifying multi-location payment tracking and reconciliation.

"Track every Real-Time Discount by source using alias-based MIDs, perfect for managing distributed teams and departments."


7. Mobile, Text, POS, MOTO & Ecommerce Compatibility

Real-Time Discounts work across all transaction environments:

  • POS terminals
  • MOTO (mail/phone) payments
  • E-commerce platforms
  • SMS/text invoicing

"Real-Time Discounts extend across mobile, web, and retail—enabling you to offer savings and get paid faster across every customer channel."


8. Auto-Reconciliation into QuickBooks®

Each time a payment is made, the AR ledger in QBO is automatically updated. No manual entry or tracking required.

"Every discounted payment instantly reflects in QuickBooks®, updating the invoice status, balance, and discount tracking in real time."


Key Features of Real-Time Payments for Payees

  • Payee-Initiated RfPs™
    Create and send RfPs via text, email, or invoice links.
  • FedNow® and RTP® Compatibility
    Supports all real-time bank rails for instant, secure transactions.
  • Alias-Based MID Assignment
    Track team or department payments with mobile/email-linked MIDs.
  • ISO 20022 Messaging Compliance
    Structured data for financial and regulatory standardization.
  • Hosted Payment Pages Included
    No dev work needed—every RfP™ includes a branded, secure portal.
  • Automatic Reconciliation and AR Ledger Updates
    Every payment updates QuickBooks® AR in real time with payment metadata and discount validation.

Implementing Real-Time Discounts for QBO Merchants Using POS Systems with FedNow API

Integrating the FedNow API (https://FedNowAPI.com) with QuickBooks Online (QBO) and Point of Sale (POS) systems can enable merchants to offer real-time discounts to customers. This enhances the purchasing experience and provides immediate benefits to customers. Here’s a comprehensive guide to implementing this system:

Steps to Implement Real-Time Discounts via FedNow API

1. Integration with FedNow API:

  • API Setup: Integrate the FedNow API with your QBO system and POS. This integration enables real-time payment processing and discount application during the transaction.
  • Configuration: Configure the settings within QBO to set up the discount rules and ensure they are applied when payments are processed through FedNow.

2. Define Discount Rules:

  • Percentage or Fixed Amount: Decide on the discount structure (e.g., 5% off the total purchase or a fixed $5 discount) for transactions completed using FedNow.
  • Conditional Discounts: Establish specific conditions for discounts, such as minimum purchase amounts, specific product categories, or promotional periods.

3. Automate Discount Application in POS:

  • POS Integration: Ensure the POS system is integrated with QBO and the FedNow API so that discounts are applied automatically at the point of sale.
  • Real-Time Calculation: The POS system should calculate and apply the discount instantly when the customer opts for FedNow as the payment method.

4. Update Invoicing and Receipts:

  • Reflect Discounts: Ensure that invoices and receipts generated by the POS system show the applied discounts clearly, providing transparency to customers.
  • Customer Notification: Include detailed information about the discount and the final amount paid on the receipt.

5. Marketing and Communication:

  • Promotional Campaigns: Advertise the availability of real-time discounts through various marketing channels, such as in-store displays, online ads, and email newsletters.
  • Customer Education: Inform customers about the benefits of using FedNow for payments, including the immediate discounts they can receive.

Benefits to Customers

  • Immediate Savings: Customers receive instant discounts at the point of sale, enhancing their purchasing experience and providing immediate savings.
  • Transparent Pricing: Real-time discounts ensure transparent pricing, making it clear to customers how much they are saving by using FedNow.
  • Incentivized Use of FedNow: Offering real-time discounts encourages customers to use FedNow, leading to faster, more secure, and cost-effective transactions.
  • Enhanced Shopping Experience: The convenience and immediacy of receiving discounts improve the overall shopping experience, fostering customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Example Scenario

  1. Customer Purchase: A customer selects items worth $100 at a QBO merchant's store.
  2. Payment via FedNow: The customer chooses FedNow as the payment method at the POS.
  3. Automatic Discount Application: The POS system, integrated with the FedNow API, applies a 10% discount automatically, reducing the total to $90.
  4. Real-Time Payment Confirmation: The payment is processed in real-time, and the customer receives instant confirmation of the payment and the applied discount.
  5. Receipt Generation: The receipt shows the original price, the discount applied, and the final amount paid, ensuring transparency.

Steps for Merchants

API Integration:

  • Work with a payment processor or developer to integrate the FedNow API into your QBO and POS systems.

Configure Discounts:

  • Set up discount rules within QBO and the POS system, specifying when and how discounts should be applied.

Test the System:

  • Conduct thorough testing to ensure that discounts are applied correctly and that the payment process is seamless.

Train Staff:

  • Ensure that your staff understands the new system and can assist customers with any questions or issues.

Monitor and Adjust:

  • Continuously monitor the system’s performance and customer feedback, making adjustments as needed to improve the service.

By leveraging the FedNow API, QBO merchants using POS systems can offer real-time discounts, providing immediate benefits to customers and enhancing the overall shopping experience. This approach not only drives customer satisfaction but also positions the merchant as an innovative and customer-centric business.


Ask Us How:

  • "Enable Real-Time Discounts for recurring Net30 payments using FedNow® or RTP®, and automatically reconcile in QBO with ISO 20022 metadata."
  • "Use Excel, XML, or JSON batch uploads to schedule recurring Real-Time Discount payments for customers across all U.S. financial institutions."
  • "Send hosted RfP™ payment links via text or invoice, giving customers a real-time discount incentive for paying early or on time."
  • "Reduce AR aging and manual reconciliation by automating real-time payments with built-in early payment discounts directly in QuickBooks®."
  • "Offer lower sale prices or rebates on subscription services while collecting good funds instantly using real-time A2A rails."

Get Paid Faster. Offer Smarter Discounts. Automate Everything in QBO.

With TodayPayments.com, you don’t just offer discounts—you turn them into a strategic tool to drive early payments, improve retention, and boost cash flow. Using FedNow® and RTP®, you collect in real time with hosted RfP™ pages and batch tools built for recurring billing—all fully integrated into QuickBooks®.

~ Offer Net30 discounts.
~ Incentivize subscriptions.
~ Improve liquidity—instantly.

👉 Start accepting Real-Time Discounts with recurring A2A transactions now at https://www.TodayPayments.comSmart. Fast. Secure. No bank visit required.

 
Request for Payment

Text Mobile Request for Payment Call us, the .csv, text messaging and or .xml Request for Payment (RfP) file you need while on your 1st phone call! We guarantee our reports work to your Bank and Credit Union. We were years ahead of competitors recognizing the benefits of RequestForPayment.com. We are not a Bank. Our function as a role as an "Accounting System" in Open Banking with Real-Time Payments to work with Billers to create the Request for Payment to upload the Biller's Bank online platform. U.S. Companies need help to learn the RfP message delivering their bank. Today Payments' ISO 20022 Payment Initiation (PAIN .013) show how to implement Create Real-Time Payments Request for Payment File up front delivering message from the Creditor (Payee) to it's bank. Most banks (FIs) will deliver the message Import and Batch files for their company depositors for both FedNow and Real-Time Payments (RtP). Once uploaded correctly, the Creditor's (Payee's) bank continuing through a "Payment Hub", will be the RtP Hub will be The Clearing House, with messaging to the Debtor's (Payer's) bank.

Our in-house QuickBooks payments experts are standing ready to help you make an informed decision to move your company's payment processing forward.

Pricing with our Request For Payment Professionals
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 1) Free ISO 20022 Request for Payment File Formats, for FedNow and Real-Time Payments (The Clearing House) .pdf for you manually create "Mandatory" (Mandatory data for completed file) fields, start at page 4, with "yellow" highlighting. $0.0 + No Support


2) We create .csv or .xml formatting using your Bank or Credit Union. Using your invoice information database to create an existing Accounts Receivable file, we CLEAN, FORMAT to FEDNOW or Real-Time Payments into CSV or XML. Create Multiple Templates. You can upload or "key data" into our software for File Creation of "Mandatory" general file. Use either the Routing Number and Account Number for your Customers or use "Alias" name via Mobile Cell Phone and / or Email address.

Fees = $57 monthly, including Activation, Support Fees and Batch Fee, Monthly Fee, User Fee. We add your URI for each separate Payer transaction for additional Payment Methods on "Hosted Payment Page" (Request for file with an HTML link per transaction to "Hosted Payment Page" with ancillary payment methods of FedNow, RTP, ACH, Cards and many more!) + $.03 per Transaction + 1% percentage on gross dollar file,


3) Add integrating QuickBooks Online "QBO" using FedNow Real-time Payment using our Real-Time Discounts system.

Fees Above 2) plus $29 monthly additional QuickBooks Online "QBO" formatting, and "Hosted Payment Page" and WYSIWYG


4) Above 3) plus Create "Total" (over 600 Mandatory, Conditional & Optional fields of all ISO 20022 Pain .013) Price on quote.

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