What are Negotiable Instruments?
Have you ever wondered what law applies when you write a check or purchase a certificate of deposit (CD)? Checks and certificates of deposit are types of negotiable instruments. Articles 3 and 4 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) have been enacted into law by every state and provide the rules for negotiable instruments. Negotiable Instruments Defined Negotiable instruments are …
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What happens if my bank fails?
In today’s economy, you might wonder what will happen to your money if your bank fails, or if a federal or state banking regulatory agency closes down your bank. Although bank failures are unlikely, they can occur when a bank does not have enough money to meet its obligations to all of its customers. Therefore, placing your money in a bank insured by the Federal Deposit …
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