The benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram: there is no need to open a checking account when implementing the transfer. MoneyGram agents are located - in post offices, bank offices, supermarkets, and even travel agencies. Bank services of MoneyGram on money transfer are available only to individuals. MoneyGram launched a new in-person bill payment service which will be delivered through agents in their domestic network, giving consumers an easy, low-cost method to pay their bills. Commission income on remittances and other revenues of MoneyGram in the 2nd quarter 2012 increased by 10% compared to the same period last year and 13% in the base currency. In March 2012, the company MoneyGram merged with the network of U.S. payment centers ZipZap.