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Benfits of Electronic Funds Transfer

If you are like me, than you are probably on a budget. That being said, who wouldn’t want to save money if they could? Did you know that most all insurance companies offer a variety of ways to pay your insurance each month?

Like most bills, insurance is paid predominately on a monthly basis, however some people do opt to pay annually or semi annually. For the majority of us who pay monthly there are a number of options available to us.

Ways to Pay for Insurance

Many companies allow customers to pay via credit card, debit card, cash or through your bank using a routing and account number. Some companies charge for these services, however most do not.

I personally have found that the easiest, most efficient way of paying my automobile insurance is through Electronic Funds Transfer, also known as EFT is the transfer of funds from your insurance carrier for the purpose of premium payment.

EFT can be done through your credit card, debit card, savings or checking account.

More About Electronic Funds Transfer

Aside from the convenience of not having to write out a check, or call to make a payment, EFT is also a good way to avoid the dreaded late fee that is associated with simply forgetting to pay your bill on time, it also eliminates the monthly service charge you would otherwise have to pay.

For me, it’s a way to ensure that my insurance is paid every month on the due date. And more importantly, being on EFT saves me money, which helps with that budget I am on. Most insurance carriers, offer a discount for paying your insurance this way because it also saves them time and money.

Be care though and remember that EFT is an AUTOMATIC withdrawal from your account! If you are on EFT and for some reason need to change your withdrawal date make sure to give your agent enough time to change the date for you.

A lot of insurance carriers need at least three to five business days to change the withdrawal date. Also remember that if you are switching banks or have closed your account you must let your insurance agent know immediately so that this information can be updated, failure to do so can result in your policy being cancelled if your policy premium is not paid in time or funds are not available.