: Always use a blue or black pen—preferably a gel ink pen—which is more difficult for fraudsters to "wash" or alter.
: Use this bottom-left line to note the purpose of the payment, such as "January Rent" or an account number.
: The second set of numbers, which identifies your unique checking account.
: On the line below the payee, spell out the amount in words (e.g., "One hundred fifty and 00/100"). Draw a line through any remaining space to prevent alterations.
: On the "Pay to the order of" line, write the full legal name of the person or business.
: Always use a blue or black pen—preferably a gel ink pen—which is more difficult for fraudsters to "wash" or alter.
: Use this bottom-left line to note the purpose of the payment, such as "January Rent" or an account number. bank personal checks
: The second set of numbers, which identifies your unique checking account. : Always use a blue or black pen—preferably
: On the line below the payee, spell out the amount in words (e.g., "One hundred fifty and 00/100"). Draw a line through any remaining space to prevent alterations. bank personal checks
: On the "Pay to the order of" line, write the full legal name of the person or business.