Writing a Check for Cash
You can also use a check to get cash from your account. This can be done in one of two ways:
1. Write "Cash" in the "Pay to the Order of" blank on your check. Then, enter in the dollar amount you would like to receive. Your check should look like this:
Remember:
Be careful with a check you write out to cash because anyone can endorse the bank of the check and receive the money.
2. Write your name (first and last) in the "Pay to the Order of"; blank on your check. Then, enter in the dollar amount you would like to receive. Your check should look like this:
How to Correct a Mistake on a Check
If you make a small mistake, then follow these steps for correcting your mistakes:
Cross-out the incorrect information and write your initials above what you crossed out. Then, write the correct information. For instance, if you begin to write the dollar amount in the "Pay to the order of" area of the check, your final check will look like this:
Note:
Some stores will not accept checks with cross-outs.
If you make a large mistake, then follow these steps for correcting your mistakes:
Write "VOID" across the check, or tear up the check. A check with "VOID" across it is no longer usable. A voided check will look like this:
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