How do I cash a check made out to a family member?

Endorse it to a friend. If you have a friend or family member that has a bank account, you could endorse the check over to them by writing on the back of it that you would like the money deposited into that person’s account. Then, your friend can deposit the funds and give you your cash.

Can you cash a check that’s not in your name?

Blank endorsement: A blank endorsement is made by signing your name on the back of the check. You must sign it exactly the way it appears on the “Pay to the Order of” line. Anyone can cash or deposit a check with a blank endorsement, even if the check is not written to him or her.

Can I cash my son’s check for him?

Can I cash or deposit a check made out to my child? The simple answer is yes, depending on your bank’s or credit union’s rules. Typically, banks will require you to have your own account with them before they’ll cash or deposit a minor’s check for you.

Can I deposit money into my Brother’s bank account?

Once you have deposited this into your brother’s checking account, you can do what you want with it (subject to the proviso that it’s all spent on your brother’s behalf), except that you won’t be able to get cash.

Can I cash a check for my Brother with power of attorney?

The problem you have is actually the “cash”ing of the check. Power of attorney allows you to act on behalf of your brother, but it does not allow you to convert his assets to your own. That’s what happens when you cash a check or when you withdraw cash from his account.

Can I get audited for paying for my brother’s stuff?

If you pay your own bill from your brother’s account, that can be audited. But if you get cash, there’s no way to prove whether you spent it to buy stuff for your brother or you just spent the money for your own stuff.

How can I get a government check cashed if I’m in jail?

You will need to show your power-of-attorney documents. Ask to speak to a bank officer. It would be best if you have an account at that bank. Banks treat account holders better than those without an account at the bank. , Spent 63 months in federal prison. My brother is in jail and he needs his government check cashed. Where can I do this?