1 Note: an acronym, pretty hot and tempting, has been invented for the word. 2  The acronym came after the original coining of the term. 3  See more words with the same meaning: acronyms (list of) . 4  See more words with the same meaning: attractive.
Personal Checks. The financial institution redeeming a check determines the expiration date of a personal check. The Uniform Commercial Code permits the accepting institution to decide whether it will redeem checks dated more than six months before the date you take the check to the institution.
Travelerâs Checks. Travelerâs checks work like cash and are backed by guaranteed funds. Because of this, they donât expire. How to Avoid the Problem of Expired Checks. In all cases, the best practice is to deposit or cash checks promptly or at least before six months have passed.