A check is a bill of exchange or document that guarantees a certain amount of money. It is printed for the drawing bank to provide to an account holder (the payor) to use. The payor … See more

Checks have been in existence in one form or another since ancient times. Many people believe a type of check was used among the ancient Romans. Modern checks, as … See more

While not all checks look alike, they generally share the same key features. The name and contact information of the person writing the check is located at the top left. The na… See more

In addition to the standard personal check, types of checks include certified checks, cashier's checks, and payroll checks, which are all used for different purposes. See more

When someone writes a check for an amount larger than what is held in their checking account, the check cannot be negotiated. This is referred to as a bounced check. The … See more