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Checking Up On Check 21


Checking Up On Check 21

The Check 21 banking law is expected to speed up check processing and save banks billions when it’s fully implemented. But consumers may see more bounced checks and fees under the new law. Consumers Union has urged banks to make Check 21 more consumer-friendly by implementing shorter check hold policies and making other changes. Click here to tell us how your bank is treating you under Check 21.

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