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If the person wrote you check when they were alive and died before you could cash it, you should take it to their bank to see if the account is still open. As long as the account is open the assets are not frozen you should be able to cash the check. Otherwise, I'm afraid you may be out of luck. How about a railroad pension check directed deposited. he died on the 27 and the check was 4 days away

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What happens when equipment is purchased for cash?

The person that had equipment now has cash and the person that had cash now has equipment.


If a person has a check dated on 1-4-2012 for 1000 dollars can we say that he has 1000 in his pocket now?

Technically the money is not in their pocket. The check must be deposited or cashed by the person it is written out to, or otherwise endorsed. If the payee does not cash or deposit the check, they cannot give it out like bills of currency. When the check is deposited, the money is taken out of the check writer's account and deposited to the person it is written out to. If you cash it instead, the institution gives you their money and takes money out of the check writer's account.


When can checks be made payable to Cash?

A check made out to cash is "bearer paper" it can be cashed by anyone who holds it. An equivalent bearer check is, "Pay to the order of a happy birthday" written on the front, or, "Pay to the order of Congratulations on graduating." Your check is the same as cash, so to prevent theft while waiting to cash the check, sign the back, "Pay to the order of (your name)". You will then have to produce identification to cash the check as it is now an "order instrument" cashable (or assignable) only by you. You do not have to go to any particular bank, even if your name isn't "cash". As for depositing it to your account, just sign the check (your name) and deposit it as you would any other check"! !


If there is no money in a checking account can you cash a check?

There are a couple ways to answer this question. 1) IF A CHECK IS WRITTEN OUT TO YOU.. and you would like to cash it but have no money in YOUR account: Unless it is a government check or a payroll check you will not be able to cash it. Most banks now require you to provide your Social Security Number when cashing it instead of your account number (since there is no money in your account to "hold the check" against.) IF you still need to cash it you can always bring it to the bank that it was "drawn off of" on every check it says what bank that persons account is at. 2) IF A CHECK IS WRITTEN YOU TO YOU.. and you would like to cash it but the person whose account it's coming from does not have enough money (or no money) you'll still be able to cash it, however the person whose account its coming from will be hit with an overdraft fee. Also, when you bring it to your bank to cash it and it is "drawn off" a different bank the money may be drawn out of YOUR OWN account. Banks dont like giving out money for free. I highly suggest you bring it to the bank it was drawn off of to avoid any problems. 2) IF YOU WROTE OUT A CHECK.. and dont have enough money in your account the check might go through, but you will be hit with a big overdraft fee for going below $0.


Where can i get cash now?

Cash Advance loan services are small loans granted within minutes. You simply write a check from your account to the check cashing establishment and they will advance you funds for up to (average) 2 weeks when they will cash your check surrendered plus a fee. You will need to provide identification and the previous month's pay stubs to show an ability to repay the loan that quickly. Keep in mind that this is a very short-term solution and you must be able to have the funds in your account by the time they cash your check.

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What happens when equipment is purchased for cash?

The person that had equipment now has cash and the person that had cash now has equipment.


Which loaning companies give cash advances now?

Companies that give cash advances now are Cash Central, Check City, Check 'n Go, Cash Advance Now, Cash Now, Personal Cash Advance, Personal Money Network and Advance Now.


How do you cash a check at a citibank ATM?

In order to cash a check at CitiBank, you must first have a card with them. You can do so now online, or at a bank its self. Once done, go to the ATM. First click on the box that says "cash a check". Now you must insert the check into the slot, and the rest will be self explanatory.


If a person has a check dated on 1-4-2012 for 1000 dollars can we say that he has 1000 in his pocket now?

Technically the money is not in their pocket. The check must be deposited or cashed by the person it is written out to, or otherwise endorsed. If the payee does not cash or deposit the check, they cannot give it out like bills of currency. When the check is deposited, the money is taken out of the check writer's account and deposited to the person it is written out to. If you cash it instead, the institution gives you their money and takes money out of the check writer's account.


How can i get cash back from a starter check?

Share your link above to earn cash rewards. Shop Now buttons activate sitewide cash back cutt.ly/IhVuh5A


Was Gaddafi a good person?

No and he is dead now.


How can I get money right now for pending settlements?

You can check with a cash advance service. Often times they will provide immediate cash to people who are in need.


How doI cash a check addressed to me which is now two years old check from Standard Federal Bank?

You cannot. A check that is older than 90 days (or 180 days depending on the Country) is considered a stale or expired check. It is worthless and carries no value. You cannot cash such a check. Since the check is expired, the check issuing bank will not pay for it. The only way is to contact the person who issued it two years ago and ask them to re-issue a fresh check.


Is there some disadvantage of get cash now vs. getting a check?

If you get cash you could get robed and tha is not cool.But when you get cash you can keep track of how much money you spent. A chechis not alowed everywhere.


Is Elvis Presley real?

No, he is now dead but he was a real person.


Is test and Matt Morgan the same person?

no.....they are not same person.... TEST IS NOW DEAD


Why do you have to wait 24 hours after you received your insurance claim check to cash it?

You don't have to wait 24 hours to cash your claim check from the insurance company. Now if you got the check through an intermediary such as an attorney, then you would need to ask the attorney why you have to wait.