The benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram: there is no need to open a checking account when implementing the transfer. Since going public two and a half years ago, MoneyGram has made great strides by pouring energy and resources into several critically important areas for business. What are the main benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram? Individual flexible service. The recipient has the opportunity to receive money at any MoneyGram office anywhere in the world. 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. Using the MoneyGram system, you can easily send money to your relatives and friends in other countries. In March 2012, the company MoneyGram merged with the network of U.S. payment centers ZipZap.