Generally, a distribution from an IRA is treated as income for the year the amount leaves the IRA. However, an uncashed check could cause different results, depending on who writes the check. If it is ...

Which type of check should you give to a recipient? Many people decide between cashier’s checks and certified checks for larger purchases. These checks allow you to transfer funds to a recipient, but ...

Cheap personal checks can be found at retailers and your bank. Consider alternatives to checks as well. Out of checks? Getting more from your bank or credit union is convenient, but it’s not your only ...

Jennifer Simonson is a business journalist with a decade of experience covering entrepreneurship and small business. Drawing on her background as a founder of multiple startups, she writes for Forbes ...