Using a Checking Account - Checking Accounts

A checking account is one of the most basic of all financial services. In its most basic form, it allows you to give money to another person or business when it is not safe or practical to give them currency. In this section of StreetWise, we'll explain the benefits of checking accounts, how they work, how to use them, and how to choose them.
What is a check? | Checking benefits | Writing a check | Making deposits
Endorsing a check | Ordering checks | Access options | Using a check register
Joint owners | Reading statements | Balancing your account
Protecting your account | Stop payments | Overdrafts | Check holds
Using checks responsibly | Choosing an account | Opening one | Learn more

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220 Donald Lynch Boulevard
PO Box 9130
Marlborough, MA 01752-9130
508.263.6700 • 800.328.8797