Hanna Horvath is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and Red Venture's senior editor of content partnerships. Fox Money is a personal finance hub featuring content generated by Credible Operations, Inc.

Cashier’s checks and money orders are both secure payment methods, but they serve different purposes. Cashier’s checks are typically used for larger transactions and are backed by a bank, offering ...

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

Policy changes by major retailers may have put another nail in the coffin of what used to be a financial mainstay: the personal check. In July, said CNBC, "Target joined a growing list of retailers, ...

David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and travel. Based in Chicago, he writes with one objective in mind: Help readers figure out how to save more and stress less. He is ...

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Hanna Horvath is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and Red Venture's senior editor of content partnerships. Fox Money is a personal finance hub featuring content generated by Credible Operations, Inc.

Striking the right balance between your checking and savings accounts can help your money grow. Checking accounts are ideal for managing daily expenses, while savings accounts are best for long-term ...

Checking accounts earn little to no interest. Not taking advantage of the stock market will hurt your long-term savings. Avoid impulse purchases! Your checking account needs to be a financial tool, ...

Cashier’s checks are available through banks and credit unions, while money orders can be purchased from a wide range of places, including retail stores, postal service locations, banks and credit ...