Cashing a joint check
If the check is issued to two people, such as John and Jane Doe, the bank or credit union generally can require that the check be signed by both of them before it can be cashed or deposited. If the check is issued to John or Jane Doe, generally either person can cash or deposit the check.
How do I cash a family member’s check?
Cashing a check for someone else at the bank
- Ask the person who the check is from if their bank will allow you to sign a check over to someone else.
- Check with the person who is depositing the check if their bank will accept a check that has been signed over.
- If so, sign your name on the back of the check.
Who owns money in a joint bank account?
both owners
The money in joint accounts belongs to both owners. Either person can withdraw or spend the money at will — even if they weren’t the one to deposit the funds. The bank makes no distinction between money deposited by one person or the other, making a joint account useful for handling shared expenses.