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No, it is illegal to cash a check made out to someone else without their authorization. Doing so can be considered check fraud.
Yes, banks are legally allowed to charge fees for cashing checks, especially if the person cashing the check does not have an account with that bank.
Yes, it is legal to write a post-dated check, but there is no guarantee that the recipient will honor the date and wait to cash it until the specified date.
Yes, landlords are legally allowed to require rent payment by check. However, they must provide alternative payment methods if requested by the tenant.
Yes, you can legally stop payment on a check if you have a valid reason, such as the check being lost or stolen. However, some banks may charge a fee for this service.
No, it is illegal to write a check with insufficient funds. This is known as writing a “bad check” and can result in criminal charges and penalties.
Yes, businesses are legally allowed to refuse payment by check and can choose to accept only certain forms of payment, such as cash or credit cards.
Yes, you can legally cash a check that is more than six months old, but some banks may refuse to honor it due to their own policies.
Yes, banks are legally allowed to place a hold on a deposited check, especially if it is a large amount or if the account has a history of insufficient funds. The hold period is determined by the bank’s policies and regulations.
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