Balancing a checkbook might sound like a relic from the past, but it’s still one of the best ways to stay on top of your finances. In this guide, you’ll learn how to balance a checkbook using ...

These days many of us write few, if any, checks. So, the term “balancing a checkbook” has taken on a new meaning. Simply put, balancing your checkbook involves making sure your records for your ...

When we think about personal finance, we often consider budgeting or investing, but we don’t necessarily think about balancing a checkbook. Perhaps that is because paper checks are less common than ...

Do you know how much money you have in your checking account? One person told me a few years back, “I still have checks in my checkbook, so there must be funds in the account.” You might be startled ...

Balancing your checking account entails keeping track of your starting balance and any and all withdrawals and deposits, so you are aware of your balance. Tracking your withdrawals and knowing your ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Gift cards, or pre-paid credit cards from Visa, Mastercard, or AMEX gift are common. Chances are you’ve given one to someone or you have one yourself. The common issue is not ...

Balancing a portfolio involves allocating your assets—i.e., stocks, bonds, real estate, and cash—in a way that aligns with your financial goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. The goal is to ...