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 ...

Yes, you can write a check to yourself — and it’s quite common, especially if you’re in a hurry and need cash right away. It’s your money, and so you have control over how you use it. Check Out: 5 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Sure, you may have written a check to pay your monthly rent or give a $50 gift to your niece. But do you understand what each part of a check means and its purpose? While paper checks are not as ...