Talk continues about President Donald Trump's proposed stimulus check. Here's what we know so far about the $2,000 stimulus ...

Checks are not made to be held onto for too long. Many banks place limits on how long they’ll accept checks for after being signed, though that amount of time varies depending on several factors, ...

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

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Depositing a paper check into your bank account could mean waiting a few days before you can access those funds. Banks routinely place holds on checks before crediting the amount to your account.

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If you like mailing checks for certain expenses, then you should be aware that thieves are stealing checks from the mail and using account numbers to write bogus checks. I know how this works ...

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