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Originally Posted by HarryT
It seems like a strange system. In the UK, pretty much all utility companies offer you a discount for paying by Direct Debit (automated withdrawal from your bank account) because it's less work and expense for them that way.
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When banks and other companies started allowing online bill payment they started out charging a fee. Later most companies eliminated fees for online payments and increased fees for using the telephone and other live interactions for services. I guess my city likes the extra money they make charging for online payment.
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