Closing a Bank Account Inactive Accounts Opening a Bank Account Closing a Bank Account How can the bank refuse to close my overdrawn checking account, as I requested, to avoid more overdraft …

After my bank froze my checking account, some of my checks were returned unpaid. Is the bank permitted to impose a non-sufficient funds (NSF) fee for these returned checks? Generally, yes. The …

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How can I stop a preauthorized debit from being paid from my checking account? If you authorized the bank to make the transfer to the merchant on your behalf, you need to revoke your authorization with …

The bank took the money from my checking account and then froze and/or closed my account. Can it do this? Generally, your bank may freeze a transaction or close your account due to fraudulent activity. …

I made a deposit by check / cash and received a receipt, but the bank says that its records do not reflect the deposit. As I have a receipt, doesn’t the bank have to credit my account? It depends. You should …

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My bank always puts a hold on my checks, but I have heard that not all banks do this. Aren't all banks supposed to use the same funds availability schedule? All banks are subject to the same maximum …

What can I do if my bank account is frozen due to a garnishment order and it includes Social Security or other federal benefit payments? The specific process will depend on state law.

There are several forged checks, all from the same person, against my account. The bank claims that because more than 60 days have elapsed, it doesn't have to do anything. Is this true? You generally …