Congratulations on your new checkbook if this is your first time getting one. Here are some stuff you need to remember when finally writing and signing a check:
Write the date on the date line. You may use whatever format you like as long as it is readable. If you are writing a check for immediate use, write the current date. If you wish to have the check cashed on a later date, you can write a future date. This check is called a post-dated check.
On the line that starts with, “Pay to the Order of,” or “Payable to,” write the name of the person or entity receiving your check.
Write the amount using words on the line before the word “Dollars”. For example, Sixty and 50/100 Dollars. Write the amount again in numerical form in the small space with a dollar sign ($).
Don’t forget to sign at the signature line which can be usually found at the lower right corner of the check.
Take note of the check number, date, payee and amount on the check stub at the front of your checkbook. Subtract the amount so you can keep track of the money left in your account.
If you have any void or unused checks and deposit slips, make sure that you completely destroy them so that they can’t be copied for counterfeiting.