Many utility and financial companies are now offering online bill payments. Some companies will even apply a discount your bill for online statements; where they do not send you a paper bill, but instead make your statement available online. Most banks offer online bill payment options where you can setup electronic payments. This is a great way to consolidate you bill paying to one website.

Discontinuing paper bills will save trees cut down for paper production, and best of all save you money in postage and checks.

If you do have a service provider who does not offer (or charges for) online bill payment, send them a letter requesting a change. A few minutes of your time may make a difference!