Get child support payments direct deposited. There is nothing worse than waiting for a check to arrive in the mail from your ex.
It is often a hit or miss deal and the frustrations that build are not good for you or the kids.
If you are getting support through the state you should have that option. If you have an agreement with your ex insist on having the funds transferred to your account.
The money will be taken out automatically so you won’t have to worry about getting the funds on time. If you are not getting child support please find a way to get it.
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I just recently made the switch to direct deposit for child support payments. It really does take a little bit of the frustration away from the process, and at the very least, saves me a trip to the bank.