Enrolling in Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments provides many benefits, making it an attractive option for managing your Verandah finances. The good news is that half of all Verandah homeowners are now enrolled and are worry free about making timely dues payments. Some of you have asked “why should I sign up for ACH” so let us describe the benefits?
There are three principal reasons to sign up for ACH:
1. Convenience and Efficiency
• Automated Transactions – ACH payments to the VCA are automated. This can save you time and effort compared to writing and mailing checks. (And know that ACH is safer than mailing checks and more reliable.)
• Scheduled Payments – Homeowners can set up recurring payments for quarterly or annual dues payments. This ensures timely payments without the need to remember due dates. This also helps avoid you being assessed late fees when checks are not received by the due dates.
- Cost Savings
• Lower Fees – No fees are charged for ACH transactions to the VCA.
• Reduced Paperwork and Mailing Costs – By eliminating the need for paper checks and postage, ACH payments can help homeowners save on the costs associated with traditional payment methods.
3. Improved Security and Reliability
• Secure Transactions – ACH payments are processed through a secure network with multiple layers of encryption and authentication, making them safer than mailing checks, which can be lost or stolen.
• Reduced Risk of Errors – Automated payments reduce the risk of human error that can occur when homeowners make the incorrect payments.
What do I need to do to sign-up for ACH?
Verandah’s homeowners can use CIRANET to create an ACH account anywhere they have an internet connection. It will take just a few minutes. Go to your browser and insert https://www.ciranet.com/ResidentPortal and click “Don’t have an account” below the Log In button and create your user account. Please know that you must register on the Resident Portal Website before you can log into the mobile application. As always, if you need help, please call the office (239-694-6358).
Or you can simply come into the office with a laptop or phone and staff will help you establish your ACH account.
