Check Clearing

Check clearing is the process of moving funds from the payer's bank to the payee's bank for a check payment. It includes presentment, verification, and settlement.

Modern check clearing relies on electronic image exchange rather than physical check transport. Clearing times affect availability of funds and available balances.

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Check 21

Check Clearing for the 21st Century Act

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Bank Statement

A bank statement is a document issued by a financial institution that summarizes all transactions in...

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