identifying the parts of a check. parts of a check a check is paper issued by a bank that allows the...
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Parts of a CheckA check is paper issued by a bank that allows
the account holder to draw money from her account for payment to others or for personal use. The account holder fills in payment information and signs the check.
The components of a check include information printed directly on the check by the check printing company as well as information typed, printed or written by the drawer.
Parts of a CheckYour information: Your full name and address is usually printed at the top left, and may contain your phone number.
Parts of a Check
Date: Preferably today’s date. Banks usually charge a fee for holding them, while some checks are not honored after 6-9 months.
Parts of a Check
Signature: Your signature. Your bank has a copy of this on file in case of check fraud.
Parts of a Check
Routing Transit Number: A 9 digit number used to determine where to route your check.
How to Write a Check1. Now that you are able to identify the parts
of a check, it is time to learn how to write a check. Start by writing in the date and payee
How to Write a Check3. After, you write out the amount of your
payment using words instead of numerals. To be extra careful, you can also draw a line through any excess space in the small box with your payment amount.