Knowing when money will be credited to your checking or savings account is key for financial planning. While some factors may delay the process, most checks clear within one to two business days.

When a five- or six-figure check hits your account, it can feel like instant money. In reality, a quiet chain of bank rules, ...

The FBI and United States Postal Inspection Service have issued a joint alert about an increase in check fraud due to mail theft; reports doubled from 2021 to 2023. The U.S. Treasury Department’s ...

Most checks clear within 2 business days, though some banks may hold funds for up to 7 days depending on the check amount and type. The first $225 of any check deposit must be available by the next ...