Learn how to fill out personal checks, what information you’ll need to provide and how to reduce the chances of your checks being altered by fraudsters.

In the United States, checks remain a vital part of financial transactions, despite the rise of digital payments. Understanding the parts of a check and how to fill it out correctly is essential.

Experts share the basics of how to write a check as well as what not to do when writing a check to avoid overdraft fees, a returned check or fraud.

Learning how to write a check is key to accessing basic financial services. Here’s a quick guide to writing a check, when it’s a good idea and what you can do to avoid check fraud.

Home Personal Finance Banking How to Write a Fraud-Proof Check Fraudsters have found clever ways to alter the names and amounts on checks you've written. Use these simple steps to prevent them ...

How To Correct a Mistake On a Check: Step-by-Step You need to pay rent and you’re on your last check in the book. You start filling it out when you suddenly realize you’ve made a mistake.

Home Personal Finance Banking Checking Accounts How to Write a Check for a Wedding Gift Make sure the newlyweds are able to make use of your thoughtful gift.