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The deadline has passed for New Jersey residents to apply for property tax relief through the state’s ANCHOR program. While many people have received payment others are wondering "where's mine?" ...

The Federal Reserve is asking the public to weigh in on the future of its check-processing operations, signaling that significant cutbacks may be on the table as the use of paper checks in the United ...

The Federal Reserve is considering winding down the checking services it provides for banks, according to CNN. The Fed provides an array of check processing and monitoring services that are critical ...

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Your credit score is the key to your financial future: It can determine whether you get approved for a credit card, car loan or mortgage, and what interest rate you'll pay. In some cases, your score ...

In an era dominated by digital payments, it’s easy to assume that check fraud is a relic of the past. But the reality is far more alarming: check fraud is not only alive, but it’s thriving, and it’s ...

Amid the government shutdown, ANCHOR rebate checks and inflation refund checks are still on the way for qualifying Americans, as others are wait for updates on the American Worker Rebate Act, IRS tax ...

Americans shouldn't get their hopes up for a $1,702, $1,000 or even $200 payment this year. No Internal Revenue Service or Congressional officials have confirmed the checks. It seems highly unlikely ...

Most checks clear within 2 business days, though some banks may hold funds for up to 7 days depending on the check amount and type. The first $225 of any check deposit must be available by the next ...

Here's how to check on your payment status. Where's my ANCHOR check? The ANCHOR rebate payments started going out on Sept. 15 and will continue on a rolling basis. Most residents should expect their ...