As the deadline to end the use of paper checks for Social Security payments looms, Long Island seniors and others who receive ...

Once upon a time, you could deposit a check only at a bank branch. These days, many of us deposit a check on a smartphone or at an ATM instead of heading into a branch. Whether you prefer an in-person ...

Federal benefit recipients will soon be required to choose between Direct Deposit and the Direct Express debit card as ...

Learn how to read a check, including identifying the routing number, account number and check number, and how to keep your banking info safe. Keep reading.

Federal benefit recipients face an approaching deadline: after September 30, 2025, paper checks will no longer be issued, except in limited cases. Here's how to switch to a direct ...

Discover how direct deposit works, its benefits, and risks. Learn about electronic fund transfers that streamline payments ...

Theresa Stevens is a personal finance writer based in Boston, MA. As a former financial advisor, she has first-hand experience helping people solve their money challenges. When she's not writing, ...

There are many ways to deposit a check, including through a bank branch, ATM, smartphone, online or through the U.S. Postal Service. Precautions should be taken when depositing checks, such as ...