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      How do you write a check?

      To write your check, fill out the fields carefully and sign at bottom right. We’ve included a properly filled out check below, as an example.

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      A few notes:

      • The date at the upper right can be any standard format that includes the day, month and year.
      • Write the full name of the person, business entity, or organization who is receiving the check in the “Pay to the Order of” field.
      • The box at the right is for a numerical representation of the amount you’d like to pay the recipient.
      • The line with “dollars” at the end is where you write out the amount you’d like to pay the recipient in words; write the cents as a fraction XX/100; if there’s extra space, draw a line until “dollars” so that no one can adjust the amount you wrote.
      • The lower left field is for personal notes; this is optional. Some people like to write what the check is for, so they can remember when reviewing their records; If you’re paying a specific bill, you may be asked to write your invoice number or other identifying information you have on record with the company you’re paying.
      • Sign the check at lower right with the signature that you use for all important documents.
      • If you make a mistake on your check, you can cross it out and put your initials next to it and then write what you meant to write.