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    ilike2sweat
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    some questions about payout by check in the US

    I was always under the impression that checks from sportsbooks and other online gambling sites would be rejected at banks and check cashing places, but I've had some people tell me that asking for a check is the best way to get a payout. Was I wrong?? Can I just take a check from a sportsbook to the bank or check cashing joint without being questioned or turned down?? Again, I'm in the US so that's why I've had my doubts.

    I've never requested a check as a payout method before and if I can do it without any problems it would be more convenient for me, so if someone could let me know what the deal is and gimme some Tips I'd appreciate it thanks.

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    THEGREAT30
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    give me your points and I will tell you all about checks

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    haha no check cashing place is gonna be cashin these checks for u esp when its drawn from international banks put it in ur bank acct simple n let it clear

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    Drop it in the ATM.

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    the check doesn,t come from the book.they come from a processor.the ones that come from a book that accepts us players will be drawn on a us bank or if drawn on canadian bank with a us bank(mostly NY) payout location.no problem Mion

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    John Dough
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    I've been depositing checks for a decade, never had a single problem. You want some tips?

    1. Endorse check.
    2. Fill out deposit slip.
    3. Give to bank.
    4. Wait for check to clear.
    5. Don't let significant other spend your winnings.

    In all seriousness, nothing to worry about (except #5).

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    I too havent had any problems with checks.

    later

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    In 20 years, I have had just one problem with a check from a sportsbook. About four years ago wsex bounced a check for 3K. They apologized, issued a new one, and covered bank fee. Matchbook checks are good as gold.

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    Quote Originally Posted by John Dough View Post
    I've been depositing checks for a decade, never had a single problem. You want some tips?

    1. Endorse check.
    2. Fill out deposit slip.
    3. Give to bank.
    4. Wait for check to clear.
    5. Don't let significant other spend your winnings.

    In all seriousness, nothing to worry about (except #5).

    ............and pay taxes on winnings.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Fishhead View Post
    ............and pay taxes on winnings.
    Agreed. Thanks for the add.

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    ilike2sweat
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    awesome, good looking out peeps

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    . Endorse check.
    2. Fill out deposit slip.
    3. Give to bank.
    4. Wait for check to clear.
    5. Don't let significant other spend your winnings.

    In all seriousness, nothing to worry about (except #5)......WELL SAID,..still I am having problems w/ 5

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    John Dough
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    Quote Originally Posted by ncat12 View Post
    . Endorse check.
    2. Fill out deposit slip.
    3. Give to bank.
    4. Wait for check to clear.
    5. Don't let significant other spend your winnings.

    In all seriousness, nothing to worry about (except #5)......WELL SAID,..still I am having problems w/ 5
    5A. If #5 is a problem, set up a separate bank account for steps 1-4.

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