A reader asks: "What’s the best way to keep track of paperless monthly bills so you know when they're due and don't miss a payment?"
Q: Alison wants to know: How can I manage paperless monthly bills that aren’t set to autopay and ensure I never miss a due date?
● “I prefer a traditional approach,” shares Andrea. “I purchase a calendar from Dollar Tree, jot down the bill amounts when I receive emails, and mark them with a red check after payment.”
● “I utilize Quicken, which has a bill reminder feature,” says Melissa. “This keeps me informed about upcoming electronic payments.”
● “Upon receiving a bill notification, I schedule the payment for a day prior to the due date,” notes Elizabeth.
A popular approach for managing paperless bills? Calendar apps. Many users, whether on Google, Outlook, or others, set reminders to pay bills soon after receiving notification emails.
