I Just Found a Really Old Check. Can I Still Cash It?

Receiving a check from family or friends can be a great gift - as long as you cash it in an appropriate amount of time. But is there an expiration date? And are you at risk of hurting the person who gave you the check? The Coinage video above breaks down all the do's and don'ts when it comes to cashing a gift check. Depositing right away is always the smart move - but not necessarily something everyone has time for.