How do I set up auto payment on a bill with Bank of America?

Keep reading to learn more about how to set up auto payment on a bill with Bank of America.

1. Log In to Your Bank of America Account

To access your Bank of America account online, follow these simple steps for a secure and efficient experience:

• Launch your preferred web browser, such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Edge. Make sure it's up to date for the best online banking experience.
• In the address bar at the top of your browser, type "Bank of America" and press "Enter." This will take you to the official Bank of America website.
• Once on the Bank of America homepage, look for the "Sign In" button. Click on it.
• It'll prompt you to enter your Online ID and Passcode. These are similar to the keys to your online banking account. 
• Bank of America provides an extra layer of security with SiteKey. This is a personalized image and phrase you selected during your account setup. Ensure the SiteKey matches to confirm you're on the real Bank of America website.
• Finally, click the "Sign In" button, and you'll gain access to your Bank of America account.

2. Go to the Bill Pay Section

The Bill Pay section is where you can set up automatic bill payments. Here's how to get there:

• Look for the "Bill Pay" or "Pay Bills" option and click on it.
• It'll take you to the Bill Pay dashboard.

3. Add a Payee

You can add a payee. This is how to do it:

• In the Bill Pay section, look for an option that usually says "Add Payee" or something similar. Click on it to begin the process.
• You'll typically have the option to choose the type of payee you're adding. This can be a "Company" or an "Individual." For most bill payments, you'll select "Company."
• Enter payee details: Here, you'll need to provide the following information: payee name, payee address, account number and billing ZIP Code.
• Click on the "Save" or "Add Payee" button. 

 4. Enter Payment Details

Provide the necessary information. You can:

• Input the amount you want to pay.
• Select how often you want to make the payment. You may have options like "Once," "Monthly," "Bi-weekly" or others, depending on your bill.
• Choose the date you want Bank of America to process the payment. 
• If you have multiple accounts with Bank of America, select the account you want to make the payment from. 
• After entering all the necessary information, click the "Save" or "Submit" button to save the payment details.

 5. Verifying Payment Information

It's important to check your payment details carefully:

Make sure the amount you entered matches what you owe on your bill.

• Ensure that the payment schedule (like monthly) matches your budget and your bill's due date.
• Check that the payee's name and address are accurate. Even a small mistake could cause your payment to go to the wrong place.

6. Confirm and Save Auto Payments

To make sure your auto payment setup runs smoothly, you should take these steps:

• Locate and click on the "Confirm" or "Save" button.
• You might see a confirmation message on your screen.
• Bank of America often emails a confirmation message to the email address you provided when you registered. 

Conclusion

Enabling automatic bill payments with Bank of America streamlines your bill-paying process, saves time and prevents late fees. Bank of America's online banking platform is secure and easy to use, making managing your finances easy.