BGS Connect Preferred Payment Options That Keep Your Project Moving.
At BGS Connect, we believe working together should be simple—from the first conversation to the final payment.
For years, paying for creative services meant writing a check, dropping it in the mail, and waiting several days (or even a week) for it to arrive and clear the bank. While we still gladly accept checks, today’s digital payment options have made the process much faster, more secure, and far more convenient for everyone involved.
Credit cards are another common way to pay, and we’re happy to accept them when needed. However, credit card transactions include processing fees that either become a cost we absorb or an expense that’s passed along to the client. On larger design projects, those fees can add up quickly. That’s one of the reasons we encourage modern payment methods like Zelle and ACH, which help eliminate unnecessary processing costs while keeping payments fast and secure.
In fact, most of our clients now choose to pay electronically. Funds arrive quickly, projects stay on schedule, and there’s no wondering whether a payment is still somewhere in the mail.
Our preferred payment method is Zelle because it provides fast, direct bank-to-bank transfers with no extra apps or lengthy processing times for most users. It’s simple, secure, and typically the quickest way to keep your project moving. That said, we also offer several other convenient payment methods because every client has their own preference.
BGS Connect Recommends:
1. Zelle – Our preferred payment method because it’s fast, secure, and deposits funds directly into our bank account.
2. ACH Bank Transfer – Excellent for larger invoices and corporate clients.
3. Apple Pay – Great for Apple users looking for a quick mobile payment.
4. Venmo – A convenient option that many clients already use for personal and freelance payments.
Below is a guide to each payment option we accept, how it works, and why you may choose one over another.
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What is Zelle?
Zelle is a peer-to-peer payment network built directly into most major U.S. banks. Money moves directly between bank accounts without a third-party wallet.
Benefits
- No transaction fees for most users
- Payments are often completed within minutes
- Funds go directly to your bank account
- No need to share bank account numbers
- Secure bank-to-bank transfers
Best For
- Existing clients
- Invoice payments
- Large project payments
How Clients Use It
- Log into your banking app.
- Select Send Money with Zelle.
- Enter the designer’s email address or phone number.
- Enter the payment amount.
- Review and send.
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What is Apple Pay?
Apple Pay is Apple’s secure digital wallet that allows users to pay using their iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or Mac.
Benefits
- Extremely fast checkout
- Uses Face ID or Touch ID
- Card information stays private
- Excellent security through tokenization
- Convenient for Apple users
Best For
- Small invoices
- Deposits
- Clients already using Apple devices
How Clients Use It
- Open Apple Wallet.
- Select the payment method.
- Send payment if you’ve provided an Apple Cash-compatible contact or pay through a supported payment request.
- Authenticate using Face ID or Touch ID.
- Payment is complete.
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What is Venmo?
Venmo is one of the most popular mobile payment apps in the U.S., allowing users to quickly send money using a linked bank account, debit card, or credit card.
Benefits
- Very familiar to many users
- Fast payments
- Easy mobile experience
- Great for deposits and smaller invoices
- Payment notifications are immediate
Best For
- Freelance projects
- Deposits
- Returning clients
How Clients Use It
- Open the Venmo app.
- Search for your designer’s username or they will provide it.
- Enter the payment amount.
- Add a note (optional).
- Tap Pay.
TIP: The first time you use it, I recommend sending $1 and confirm it was received before sending the remainder.
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What is ACH?
ACH (Automated Clearing House) is an electronic bank-to-bank transfer commonly used for payroll, vendor payments, and business invoices.
Benefits
- Lower processing costs than credit cards
- Excellent for larger invoices
- Reliable
- Widely accepted by businesses
- Direct deposit into your bank account
Best For
- Corporate clients
- Large design projects
- Monthly retainers
How Clients Use It
- Client will request designers banking info needed to process.
- Log into online banking.
- Select ACH Transfer or External Transfer (wording varies by bank).
- Enter the account details.
- Submit the transfer.
ACH transfers typically settle within 1–3 business days.
TIP: Only use ACH with trusted clients. Never give away your banking info unless there is a level of trust.
Brad’s Take
One thing I’ve learned over the years is that great client relationships are built by removing unnecessary friction wherever possible. Whether it’s clear communication, an organized creative process, or flexible payment options, every step should be simple, transparent, and respectful of your time.
That’s why I offer a variety of payment methods and encourage modern options like Zelle and ACH whenever possible. They’re fast, secure, and help keep projects moving without the added delays of mailing checks or the extra processing costs that often come with credit cards. Of course, the most important thing isn’t how you pay, it’s that the process is easy and convenient for you.
My goal has always been to make working with BGS Connect a positive experience from our first conversation to the final delivery of your project. Because when the business side runs smoothly, we can focus on what really matters, creating great work together.
The payment process should always be easy on both ends.
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