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ACH Payment vs Wire Transfer Similarities and Differences: How to Choose Between ACH vs Wire

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Automated Clearing House (House) is the transfer of funds between an electronic network (known as ACH network) made up of banks, credit unions, and other 10,000+ financial institutions. These financial institutions all follow ACH rules and regulations by the National Automated Clearinghouse Association (Nacha).

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Wire Transfer Wire Wires ACH

ACH Payment vs Wire Transfer: What’s the Difference and Which Payment Method Should You Use?

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JUNE 27, 2024

With a history dating back to 1972, ACH transfers are a digital evolution of conventional paper checks, with reduced human input and improved efficiency. They’re mostly used to process direct deposits and payments. Some people refer to ACH payments as direct debit, direct deposit, or auto-transfer.

Wire Transfer

Wire Transfer Wire Wires ACH

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ACH Payment vs Wire Transfer Similarities and Differences: How to Choose Between ACH vs Wire

ACH Payment vs Wire Transfer: What’s the Difference and Which Payment Method Should You Use?

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