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How to Prevent Check Fraud (Part 1): Get to Know the Numbers

How to Prevent Check Fraud (Part 1): Get to Know the Numbers

Checks currently lead the pack in payments fraud, at 82%. Knowing the stats is the first step you need to take to prevent your business from falling victim to check fraud.
Laser Check Security Features & Standards: What You Need to Know

Laser Check Security Features & Standards: What You Need to Know

Learn about the laser check security features that checks must include in order to comply with the ANSI standards for check processing security.
How to Prevent Check Fraud: Check Security Q&A

How to Prevent Check Fraud: Check Security Q&A

We sat down with Relyco check expert Deanna Dorvillier to give you a first-hand account of the reality of check fraud and some measures you can take to prevent it from happening to you.
Check Fraud Statistics and Techniques You Should Know About

Check Fraud Statistics and Techniques You Should Know About

This post provides basics facts and information that describe the scope and pervasiveness of check fraud. Find check fraud statistics & common techniques.
About the Check Clearing for the 21st Century Act and Image Replacement Documents

About the Check Clearing for the 21st Century Act and Image Replacement Documents

When banks create electronic check images, they scan the checks to create electronic files and then destroy the original paper check. The electronic image may be reprinted onto a new type of document called an Image Replacement Document (IRD).
How to Print a Check in 7 Easy Steps

How to Print a Check in 7 Easy Steps

Whether you own a small or large business, you can save time and money by printing your own checks. In the past, check printing was handled by large printing companies or banks, but you can print checks at your home or small business if you have access to a laser printer, blank check paper and magnetic ink/toner called MICR.
When Check Fraud Hits Close to Home: Learn How to Prevent It

When Check Fraud Hits Close to Home: Learn How to Prevent It

While it is sometimes very difficult to identify a fraudulent check, there are things you can look for. Here are several signs that may indicate a bad check.