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How to Order Cheap Checks With Free Shipping

Medha Godbole
It is true that one can avail of personal checks with free shipping online, instead of ordering directly from the bank. Read next to understand how this method can prove to be more beneficial comparatively.
Isn't it ironic that we try and save money on a thing that is used by us to pay off our expenses? Confusing? Well, a majority of people must be using checks for paying off the umpteen expenses encountered in our daily lives. Sometimes, though, we have to, or rather need to save money on them, as well.
After you open a bank account, the first time you get the check book, it’s not too costly. But, as you finish the first set of checks, the next orders start creating a dent in your pockets. Then, the paying off for a service might cost you less than the one you use to pay it. On a serious note, in this case, free shipping of cheap checks can be an option.

Ordering Directly from the Bank

To begin with, all those who are expert in this field opine that inexpensive checks are almost non-existent in this case. There are a few justifications for this. You do not get a choice as far as design is concerned, and you do not have any options to compare. In addition, the bank can take more time than it will if you consider the online option.
Eventually, you would be mind boggled to find out that after the first box, the next one can even cost four times as much. What are the options then? Well, you can order cheap ones online with free shipping and handling. Here is how you would be able to do that through Internet banking.

Ordering Online

Before we understand this process, an overview on why they are the best bet, if you don't want to get ripped off, is necessary. To begin with, they are anytime cheaper than ordering from the financial institution. They take less time and what's more is that you get a host of options: designer or style checks, along with free shipping.
Yes, from your favorite Disney character to a film character, you have an array of designs to choose from, in case you are tired of seeing the same run-of-the-mill ones. Obviously, these will cost more than those that are simpler.
Also, there is the issue of expiry, which has to be kept in mind while ordering them online, apart from the given aspects:
  • If you order them in emergency, they would surely cost more, as they would be rushed to you, instead of the normal time . Hence, keep enough leeway between the time when your checks would get over and you need a fresh bunch.
  • You need to know the bank account's routing number and your personal account number.
  • For some sites, there are free standard shipping checks, while some need you to give its coupon code.
  • Keep tabs on whether your favorite online supplier runs promotions, and take advantage of the special offers and deals.
  • Generic and simple ones would cost less than the artistic ones.
  • Ensure you have a secure Internet, online printer, and facility you are ordering from is perfectly safe. This is where security issues for online payment services rise.
  • Not just money, your bank account, credit/debit card number and other details are also at stake. Buy them from a reliable source.
  • Search as many coupons as possible to get the best deal.
Ordering checks this way is always good for the pocket, as when done online, you only need the printer. If done through bank, they charge to take and complete the order.
It takes a few weeks till you get them, so make sure that you have ample time before you run out of checks and get a new box. A bit of planning and research will surely help.