Payment Options Explained

Legacy Foods offers several payment methods to support your business operations. Review the options below to choose what works best for your account.

ACH (Automated Clearing House)

ACH payments are secure electronic bank transfers made directly from your business account. Customers may choose one-time payments or scheduled recurring transfers.

Pros:

Reliable and secure
No paper checks required
Reduces risk of late payments
Easy recurring setup
Lower processing fees

Considerations:

Requires bank authorization setup
Transfers may take 1–2 business days to process

Automatic Credit Card Payments

Invoices are automatically charged to a card on file 2 days after delivery, ensuring consistent and timely payment.

Pros:

Hands-off convenience
Immediate payment processing
Helps maintain account standing
No manual payment steps

Considerations:

Possible card processing fees
Requires valid card on file at all times
Card expiration updates must be maintained

Manual Credit Card Payments

Customers pay invoices individually by credit card instead of automatic billing.

Pros:

Flexible payment control
Pay per invoice
No long-term authorization required

Considerations:

Risk of missed or delayed payments
Requires manual action each billing cycle

Check Payments

Payments are made by mailed or delivered check referencing the invoice number.

Pros:

Familiar and traditional method
No card information required

Considerations:

Mail delays may affect payment timing
Risk of lost or delayed checks
Manual processing required

Cash Payments

Cash payments are accepted only when pre-approved and must be provided at delivery.

Pros:

Immediate payment
No processing delays

Considerations:

Must be pre-approved
Requires exact handling and receipt
Not recommended for frequent transactions

For help setting up or changing payment methods, contact your sales representative or our accounting team.