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

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.

The way you endorse a check depends on how you want to use the check Kiara Taylor has worked as a financial analyst for more than a decade. Her career has involved a number of financial firms, ...

Unlike a personal check, a cashier’s check is a direct obligation of the bank. As a result, there is virtually no risk that ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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