When a five- or six-figure check hits your account, it can feel like instant money. In reality, a quiet chain of bank rules, ...

With close to a decade of writing and editing experience, Maisha specializes in service journalism and has produced work in the lifestyle, financial services, real estate, and culture spaces. She uses ...

The cashier's check has long been an Internet criminal's best friend. Consumers seem to think cashier's checks, which come emblazoned with bank logos, are as good as cash. Once a check clears and ...

Despite recent bank failures dominating the headlines, experts say there's no need to worry if your money is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Nearly all banks are insured ...

Bounced checks can mean fees and even criminal charges. Contact both the recipient and bank and try to pay quickly. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...

Can you cash a check at any bank or credit union? If you visit a bank or credit union where neither you nor the person who wrote the check bank with, it’s unlikely to cash a check for you. However, ...

Consider cashing your check at the bank where it was issued, at a retailer or onto a prepaid debit card Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

No bank account? No problem. Here are six ways you can cash that check -- and how to choose the right one. Katie covered all things how-to at CNET, with a focus on Social Security and notable events.

Large checks follow a slower, stricter clearing process, and most of the money isn't available right away. Here's what ...

According to the latest figures from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., almost 6 million U.S. households were “unbanked” as of 2023. That means that no one in the household has a checking or savings ...