Banking Basics: Savings for Infants and Garnishment Rules

Opening a savings account for an infant grandchild can secure their financial future. Learn about the legal implications of garnished accounts and how to cash checks without a bank.

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What Happens When a Checking Account Is Garnished?

If you have an unpaid debt to a credit card company, to the state or IRS, you could have your checking account garnished. Creditors commonly use two methods to obtain money from people in default on their loans and credit cards: Wage garnishment up to 25 percent and checking account garnishment.

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How to Cash a Personal Check Without a Bank

Cashing personal checks can be difficult if you don’t have a bank account. When you have access to the bank that the check was written from, you may be able to cash the check at that branch without having an account of your own there.

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How to Open a Savings Account for an Infant Grandchild

The birth of a new child is both a wonderful experience and a great responsibility. Infants come with many expenses, and most of the financial burden falls on the parents. Grandparents are able to provide a foundation for their grandchild's future by starting a savings account for him.

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