The amount should be written numerically and in longhand. Draw a line through any unused blank spaces. Never sign a check before you are ready to use it, since it can be cashed as soon as your signature is on it. Most merchants will require that you show one or two pieces of photo ID to accept your check. Merchants near campus will also accept a UC student photo ID card.
Savings accounts .
Savings accounts, which earn interest on the balance, are available at all banks. If you have larger sums of money which you do not need for your routine living expenses, a savings account is a safe way to keep it. An early withdrawal from a CD will incur a penalty fee. 2129 Shattuck Ave. Always use a deposit slip if depositing cash.