Can I buy a new suit before my landlord cashes the check?

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Im sure the question seemed kind of confusing. Today is the 6th and I called my landlord to see if she even recieved the check I mailed her over a week ago. She said she got it on time, but because she works an 8-5 job she can never run to the bank before it closes. So she says that she is going to go tonight after work to the atm or tomorrow sometime. 


I need to buy a new suit for work. I figured that I could go to the store and get it. I get paid tonight, which usually goes in between midnight and 1 am. So if she hasnt cashed it yet, I should be good to buy one and worst case scernio my direct deposit comes in tonight. 

Does this sound okay? The problem is I have an internship and work and school so I dont have time, I kind of have to do it when I can.

clogher · Accepted Answer

Check your balance online.  If the check hasn't cleared yet, you're probably okay.  I'd be tempted to just wait until tomorrow, but if you like living on the edge, go for it.

starrfyrre · Answer

If she goes to the ATM tonight, your account will not be debited until they take out and verify the deposits made through the ATM. If you get paid technically tomorrow, you should be safe.

STEVEN F · Answer

Attempting to 'play the float' is BEGGING for problems.  If she gets to her bank before it closes tonight, the funds could be removed from your account before she gets out of the lobby. How do you know your payroll department computer didn't crash before submitting your pay?

Anonymous · Answer

As long as your direct deposit comes in tonight, you should be fine.

Anonymous · Answer

I think so

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