While check writing has steadily decreased, cases of check fraud have doubled since 2021. That’s why it’s important to ...

When it comes to the banking and financial world, writing checks is not a popular pastime anymore. In fact, many people under 30 — or even 40 — may not even have checks. We live in a world where we ...

While it’s easy to simply swipe your debit card at the cash register or to pay your bills online, the paper check has not yet met its demise. There are still times when writing a check is the most ...

Although most consumers rely heavily on credit cards, debit cards and other digital payment methods, Americans still have to write checks occasionally. According to data from the Federal Reserve, ...

Writing a check correctly can be intimidating, especially if you’re out of practice — or never learned. The less you use your checkbook, the more confusing it can be — especially when it comes to ...

A bad check is one drawn on a nonexistent account or with insufficient funds. Learn about potential legal consequences and how to avoid writing or receiving a bad check.