Pay bills

Almost everyone has to deal with bills in some form or another. Many people have phone and credit card bills. You may also deal with them for utilities like electricity and gas.

Bills can sometimes be overwhelming and difficult to pick apart. Let's take a look at some examples that feature information commonly found on a variety of bills.

Read the following questions and click the buttons in the interactives below to try and find the answers. You can also simply click the buttons to explore the different parts of a bill.

• Where can I find how much money I owe?
• How much more will I owe if I'm late?
• How should I contact this company if have a question?

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Personal Information

Most bills will feature your name, address, and other personal identifying information.

Account Number

This is your account number , a unique number tied exclusively to your account.

Due Date

This is the due date for your current bill.

Amount Due

This is the amount of money that you currently owe to the company.

Late Fee

Many bills will let you know if there are any late fees or charges that will be applied if you don't pay them on time.

Previous Balance

Some bills will show your balance from previous months . It allows your to compare old balances to your current amount due.

Contact Information

Many bills will give you their company's contact information in case you have any questions or concerns about your bill or account.

Statement Date

This is the date that the bill was issued , meaning that the amount due was calculated on this date.

Usage History

Some bills, like gas bills and phone bills, will shoe your usage history : how much you've used their service over time.

Sometimes, the numbers will appear in different places on the bill, and they may also have different names. Below is another bill showcasing some of these differences.aw

• How much did I pay on my last bill?
• How much do I owe this month?
• What are the different policies I'm being charged for?

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Personal Information

Most bills will feature your name, address, and other personal identifying information.

Policies or Charges

Some types of bills will list out the various policies or charges that you're being billed for.

Amount Due

This is the amount of money that you currently owe to the company.

Due Date

This is the due date for your current bill.

Previous Balance

Some bills will show your balance from previous months . It allows your to compare old balances to your current amount due.

Account Number

This is your account number , a unique number tied exclusively to your account.

You can also click here for a tip sheet that might help you with reading your own bills.

If you're having trouble paying some of your bills, there are several government programs you can look into for assistance.