<prompt> Human: Ever since I first got my own check account and debit card my mother has had me put down how much I have left in the book for years and its something Ive just did. Then one day I asked myself why the fk am I still doing this.Is there any benefits to putting this information the your checkbook or am I just cause a rick with a paper trail when its easier to look online?  <response>: I write so few checks I just remember. When I write an unusual check i.e., not my rent I put a note in my phone.Anyone under 70 using checks for much more than rent is just ... lol 