The art of writing a check

Written by Jakob Jelling


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Onrepparttar lower right side ofrepparttar 112384 check, make sure you write your signature. Also, take note ofrepparttar 112385 check number, date, payee, and amount inrepparttar 112386 check stub orrepparttar 112387 check ledger atrepparttar 112388 front of your checkbook. Now subtractrepparttar 112389 amount of your check so you can calculate how much money you have left in your account afterrepparttar 112390 check clears.

Here are some extra tips for writing checks: know how much money you have in your bank account at any given time, as you will be charged a fee for any checks that bounce due to insufficient funds. Also, if you aren't very good at keeping records, use a checkbook that makes an automatic carbon copy ofrepparttar 112391 checks you write. This will come in handy when you're busy or rushing to make payments.

Jakob Jelling is the founder of http://www.cashbazar.com. Visit his website for the latest on personal finance, debt elimination, budgeting, credit cards and real estate.


Opening a bank account doesn't have to be difficult

Written by Jakob Jelling


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When choosing a bank account it is crucial to know what services are important to you. Do you want low fees, access to an ATM machine, good customer service by phone and Internet banking? Or maybe you simply want to have an account with a bank that is located conveniently close to home? These are all key questions you must ask yourself before choosing a bank.

Once you've chosen a bank, all you have to do is go torepparttar branch and fill out an application form. Most ofrepparttar 112383 time you also have to providerepparttar 112384 bank with an initial deposit forrepparttar 112385 account as well. Then you are given a bank number and an ATM card (if you chose this option). If you have opened a checking account you will also be given a book of checks.

Jakob Jelling is the founder of http://www.cashbazar.com. Visit his website for the latest on personal finance, debt elimination, budgeting, credit cards and real estate.


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