Keeping track of due dates for the mortgage, car loans, utilities, and other bills can be overwhelming, especially if the payments are sent through regular mail. The possibility of late arrivals can lead to costly fees. Luckily, online banking provides online bill payment services that eliminate these concerns. Based in Byhalia, MS, Citizens Bank offers a convenient and ultra-secure way to manage and pay bills.

Here are just a few advantages of using this payment method:

• Fast Processing: Unfortunately, paper mail is unpredictable. Even sending off an envelope well before the due date does not a guarantee it will get to the recipient on time. By paying online, the processing is much faster. Confirmation of receipt is often available seconds or minutes after the transaction is submitted. 
• Money-Saver: Depending on the number of bill payments that go out each month, the cost of stamps and money orders can add up. Online users won’t have to worry about these purchases because the transactions are typically free. In fact, some local banks will offer the service for free if the user has online banking, mobile banking, or other services with the same financial institution.  
• Automatic Deductions: Bills with the same due date can be arranged so payment is automatically deducted from a checking account each month. No need to worry about paying late fees on hefty payments such as mortgages or car loans.
• Tracking Features: Online bill payment also allows users to track payment submissions either through digital statements, email, or text messages. The service can even be set up to send out alerts on upcoming due dates and amounts due.
• Better Organization: Instead of rummaging through a stack of paper—and dealing with the possibility that one or some important documents may get lost in the shuffle—online bill payment provides enhanced organization. Online statements are prepared in a way to allow users to see a list of providers, what’s due, and what’s been paid.
• Safety Tools: One additional benefit of online bill payment is its security features. Reputable banks provide the latest and safest firewalls along with other features to protect customers’ private financial information. Monitoring systems work around the clock to guard against hacks and breaches.

Pay your bills without worrying about misplaced mail or late arrivals. Enroll in Citizen Bank’s convenient and safe online bill payment service. There is an informative video available on the bank’s website that discusses all of its features. Should you have questions before signing on, call (662) 838-2146 and a friendly staffer will gladly answer them.