When your check bounces, it means the recipient’s bank didn’t accept your check because you didn’t have enough money in your account. The bank will return the bounced check to the payee — the person ...

Bounced checks can mean fees and even criminal charges. Contact both the recipient and bank and try to pay quickly. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...

Having a check bounce can be a lot worse than having a debit card declined. If you hand over a debit card at a store and don’t have enough money, you know right away if the purchase didn’t work and if ...

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 ...