1. How to write a Check Presented by: Paridhi Jain Instructions Presentation ENGL393 Harris December 8 th, 2009

2. Introduction Audience: Any individual who has a bank account. Purpose: To inform the audience of a correct way to write a check. – In an era of ATM check cards, online bill paying and credit cards, the art of writing a check may be lost. – Bad checks often get bounced.

3. Instructions You will need: – A Check-book – A Pen – Bank account information – Calculator

4. Instructions Step 1: – Examine your bank account Make sure you have enough money. Bounced checks often result in a fee. Step 2: – Write the Check

5. Step 2: Write the Check 1. Record the Date: Write the Date here

6. Step 2: Write the Check 2. Write the name of the Payee: Record the Payee here

7. Step 2: Write the Check 3. Record the amount you wish to pay in digits: Write the Amount in Digits here

8. Step 2: Write the Check 4. Write out the dollar amount in words : Write the Amount in words here

9. Step 2: Write the Check 5. Write out the dollar amount in words : Write the Amount in words here Draw a line to prevent someone from adding an amount

10. Step 2: Write the Check 6. Sign your name : Sign your name

11. Step 2: Write the Check 7. Record any additional information : Write the reason for issuing a check

12. Instructions Step 3: – Record the Check You should keep a record of all checks that you write so that you can check your records against the bank's records when you get your monthly statement. Step 4: – Calculate your new Balance Use a calculator to determine how much money you have left in your bank account

13. Tips and Warnings Write as few checks as possible. Consult your account balance before writing a check. Always use a pen. Write in print rather than script. Don't write entire account numbers in the memo field. Keep a record of every check you write.

14. References "How to Write a Check - A Visual Example of how to Write a Check." Banking and Loans at About.com - Best Ways to Bank - Tips for Borrowers. Web. 08 Dec. 2009.. "How to Write a Check | eHow.com." EHow | How To Do Just About Everything! | How To Videos & Articles. Web. 08 Dec. 2009.. "How to Write a Check." Mahalo.com: Human-Powered Search. Web. 08 Dec. 2009..

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