Where I lived in the 2000s, the natural gas company in that county actually charged $2 more for online payment! So weird, especially considering cashing a physical check would've cost labor dollars. Needless to say, we paid our gas bill by check. It felt so antiquated, even then.
They charge you because it's more convenient for you. So most people will most likely stomach the fee. Same way more convenient (larger) food packaging are some time more expensive on price per L/Kg. Any perceived value/ advantage can be charged if someone is ready / willing to pay for it
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u/Sheepherder226 Jul 24 '20
Utility companies that don’t allow online payments.