A lot of people are confused about the use of the terms “check” and “cheque”, and we are going to discuss the difference between them. We will also be looking into features, types, and what the future holds for them. If you were looking for information about the differences between check and cheque, you have… Read More…
Business Cheques
Lessons to Learn From Illegal Cheque Printers
Even with the advent of modern technology, cheques are one of the most convenient methods of payment. In fact, Canada still processes more than half a billion cheques every year. When you consider how many are running through the system at one given time, it’s no wonder cheque fraud continues to be one of the… Read More…
What To Look For In Cheques For Business
Starting a business can be an exciting, yet risky endeavour — one that involves making many decisions. Near the top of that list is the use of cheques in your day-to-day operation. Today’s businesses have a full range of financial options at their fingertips. And while electronic transfers and debit and credit payments have become… Read More…
7 Types of Cheques You Should Buy
Purchasing cheques has never been easier, given the numerous options available to consumers. From small businesses issuing large quantities of cheques on a daily basis to personal cheque writers who only pull out their cheque books for birthdays, there is something for everyone. Customers can choose to personalize their transactions with custom cheques that offer… Read More…
7 Scenarios Where Your Cheque Book Will Come in Handy
With the popularity and convenience of debit and credit cards, very few of us carry cold-hard cash in our wallets anymore. However, with bank fees that can cost you a pretty penny and interest that has been known to cause crippling debt to even the savviest saver, there’s another payment option that is highly underrated… Read More…
4 Ways to Go on Digital Detox
As much as it’s probably hard to admit, most of us are hooked on our digital devices. Whether it’s relentlessly checking our Smart Phone, playing online games, being social on social media or texting, there’s no doubt about it that we’re part of a ‘plugged in’ society. Words like apps, poke and tweet may not… Read More…
8 Benefits of Laser Cheque Printing
It’s never been a better time to be out with the old and in with the new. When it comes to issuing cheque– whether you manage day-to-day finances at home or have a business that issues numerous cheques a day – there is no longer a need put pen to paper. Simplify the cheque production… Read More…
7 Reasons Why Paper Cheques Are NOT Dead
Over the centuries, paper cheques have been a mainstay method of payment. In fact, they date all the way back to the 9th century –back then, merchants relied on cheques to exchange funds, according to the Economic Review. And for much of the 20th century, they were the most widely used method of payment. From… Read More…
MICR Toner & MICR Ink for Blank Cheques
MICR TONER – How can cheque printers, software providers and organizations that produce their own cheques confirm that their new versions meet all of the new specifications? Cheque printers, software providers and companies that print their own cheques are strongly encouraged to provide pre-production samples to their financial institution to ensure that they meet the… Read More…
CPA Compliant Business Cheques
The Canadian Payments Association (CPA) has announced new specifications that all financial institution members and consumers must conform to. The CPA has changed the deadline to use cheques with the new layout standards. It has now been extended beyond the end of June 2007.