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In the age of smartphones, balancing a checkbook can sound like an archaic activity — something people did back in the old days of landlines and video rentals. But despite popular belief, keeping a ...

Question: My husband just bounced a check for the first time and I want it to be the last time! Can you please explain the concept of a bank reconciliation so I can make sure it never happens again?

In an era where financial management is increasingly digital, it’s easy to overlook the value of traditional financial skills. While less visible in a world dominated by online banking and apps, many ...

* Record everything in your check register - checks, deposits, automatic withdrawals (such as for car or house payments) and debit card withdrawals. If you don't record debit card withdrawals ...

These days many of us write few, if any, checks. So, the term “balancing a checkbook” has taken on a new meaning. Simply put, balancing your checkbook involves making sure your records for your ...

Question: I was mortified and greatly embarrassed last month when I bounced five checks. I inadvertently deposited a large check to the wrong bank account leaving me short in my checking account. Can ...