Utility bills
Paying utility bills by Direct Debit is a win-win solution! You're completely in control - knowing what will go out of your account each month, and when. You also save time spent writing cheques or traipsing to the Post Office. Many major utility companies offer significant discounts on bills paid in this way, so what more could you ask!
Remember, if you pay the bills by Direct Debit you can often choose the best date for the money to go out of your bank account, usually a couple of days after you get paid. That means you're less likely to go overdrawn and risk bank charges - and you'll never forget to pay a bill on time or argue over who should have paid it.
