So you think bill pay is pretty cut and dry, do you? Well, if you looked closely, you’d find out that bill pay is anything but ordinary. While the idea in itself is simple, there are a number of services you can use to get money to businesses and people on time, every time. Here’s a list of some of the bill pay services that you might not be aware of:
 
1. Bank
 
This is the simple one, but it must be addressed in case you weren’t aware. Your bank loves the idea of you managing all your money through them so they offer you free automatic bill pay. The great news about this service is it can be set to automatically deduct payments for the monthly bills you incur. If you have to pay a friend, relative or business associate, you can certainly do that by requesting a bill pay through your bank. They’ll write them a check and send it in your name. It’s so simple that it makes paying bills a breeze.
 
2. Paytrust.com
 
This is a paid service, but what you get from it makes it well worth the price. This service allows paytrust.com to work as your personal accountant. Not only will Pay Trust be sure to pay your bills for you (regardless of the payment method the biller accepts), they will also receive your bills for you, scan them in, email them to you and keep them as part of your personal records for eight years. It’s a great service and one that is worth looking into.
 
3. Reach card
 
This takes online bill pay to the next level. This is a prepaid card. Not only can you store you money on here in the amount that you require(which is great for not overspending), but it also gives you the option of bill pay. It’s a full service card that keeps your money in a safe place and helps you pay the right people at the right time. No more overdraft fees, and no more fear of identity theft. This card literally gives you peace of mind while saving you time.
 
4. Quicken 2008
 
Welcome to the ultimate money manager. With Quicken 2008, you not only get a comprehensive overview of your financial situation every time, but it allows you to take care of the bills you need. It provides a paid service that allows you to pay up to ten bills a month. While that number may seem small, most people don’t pay more than 10 automated bills in a month.
 
These services, whether free or paid, are designed to make your life easier and more organized. There is no need for you to go through the hassle of buying and writing checks, or pay the cost of postage. This is the best invention for the busy person with not enough time to do their bills on Sunday. When will you start using a bill-paying service?