Report flags / bank statement
NUMBERS“Routing number fails its checksum”
What this flag on a bank statement means, why it matters, and what to check.
What it means
The 9-digit ABA routing number fails its built-in checksum.
Why it matters
Every real routing number passes it. A failing one can't belong to a bank.
Ordinary explanations
- A misread digit in a blurry photo.
What to check
Ask the applicant for the statement downloaded directly from the bank's website or app. A real statement always carries a valid routing number.
A flag is a reason to verify with the source, not proof. Apply the same steps to every applicant.
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