What happens when a check bounces
Ever heard someone say ‘the check bounced’ and wondered what they mean? It’s fairly simple – a check bounces when there isn’t enough money to honor the payment and the check is returned. It’s not only awkward, it can land you with fees (whether you wrote the check or tried…
12/23/2020
How do prepaid cards work
A prepaid card works differently from a traditional credit or debit card. It’s pre-loaded with funds, which means you can only spend the amount of money added to the prepaid card. Once that balance has been spent, you can reload it with more money. Plus, you don’t need to have…
12/23/2020
How to pay your bills on time
Paying bills on time can help you stay organized with your money. But getting into the habit can be difficult and usually means prioritizing some payments over others. If you often leave paying your bills to the last minute, you could be charged a late fee. Here’s how you can…
12/23/2020
How to read a check
Most checks look the same. But if you haven’t seen one in a while or have never received one before, it can be tricky to know what each part means. You’ll need to know how to read a check, before you cash it . Our guide will run through a…
11/17/2020
How to void a check
In this article, we’ll talk you through how to void a check and give a few examples of when you might need to use a voided check. Why would you need to void a check? Knowing how to make a voided check is a useful skill for managing several banking…