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Why Checks Make the Perfect Holiday Gifts

Posted by Heather Brautman | Tue, Dec 24, 2013 @ 08:25 AM

ChecksMakeGreatPresentsAh, it's that time of year. No, not the sweet, charitable one - the elbows-out, pushing and shoving time of year where we have to finish our holiday shopping. Is the clock running out? Are you slammed at work and just can't make it to the mall? Never fear. Whether you've been naughty or nice, we have a list (and checked it twice) of 10 reasons why checks can save your holiday season.

CheckBenefits

  1. No activation fees, usage fees, or annual deductions to take away the actual amount of your gift. And checks never expire.
  2. They’re customized, with your name on them, so your recipient will always know who the gift came from, even months later.
  3. Depositing them into a bank account brings an even bigger gift – interest.
  4. If they’re ever lost, stolen, or damaged, you can simply cancel them and write another. With gift cards, the recipient is usually out the total amount.
  5. You never even have to leave your house – gifts galore are right in your checkbook.
  6. You get to write something personal and special on the notes line.
  7. They fit perfectly, and lightly, inside a common #10 envelope.
  8. There’s no restriction on the amount – get as specific as you want, down to the pennies. Just try to buy a gift card for $58.36.
  9. Security features galore – including MICR codes, bank watermarks, and the required signature line for cashing.
  10. Express yourself. Your checks are as individual as you are, whether they are flocked with kittens or bright abstract designs. They’ll stand out in a sea of store logos.

And here's our holiday gift to you! A free downloadable guide on check processing. Pass it along to a business owner or retail manager, friend or family member and enjoy the holiday season!

Check Guarantee Insider's Guide

Written by Heather Brautman