While it’s so easy to simply swipe your debit card at the cash register or to pay your bills online, the paper check has not yet met its demise. There are times when writing a check is the easiest way ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

Balance transfer checks are a way to transfer credit card balances from one issuer to another with a lower interest rate. These checks may come with fees and may not offer the same benefits as balance ...