Information on How to Pay Your Bills Online

Paying bills online is easier and more cost efficient than paying by check. It is also good for the environment as it reduces paper if you also receive your bills online. You don't need an envelope or a stamp to pay online. Just point and click; your bank will take care of the rest, including the record keeping.

Gather Your Bills

Your online banking site will guide you through prompts to develop a list of payees. Everything you need, including payee name, address and telephone number and your account number, is on your bill.

Choose Payment Options

Online bill paying options allow you to make a one-time payment or recurring payments. Recurring payments are good for fixed expenses such as rent or mortgage.

Choose Your Due Date

Online bill paying also allows you to set a delivery date. Make it at least two days in advance of the due date to be safe.

Change or Edit Online Payments

Once you set up an online payment, you can edit or delete it if you choose this option before processing begins. If the payment is in process but has not been delivered, you may still be able to stop it by calling your bank.

Be Sure Sufficient Funds are Available

The balance in your account must be sufficient to cover all the online payments you set up. Non-sufficient funds will result in fees if payments are processed.