# I withdrew $ 4,000 and my bank wants to know why

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**Created:** [July 29, 2026, 3:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-withdrew-4-000-and-my-bank-wants-to-know-why/1032002 "2026-07-29T15:05:01Z")\
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**Post date:** [July 29, 2026, 3:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-withdrew-4-000-and-my-bank-wants-to-know-why/1032002/17 "2026-07-29T15:57:40Z")

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> [@Jasmine](#):
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> That offended you?! You should be thankful they give a damn because it is HIGHLY unusual, especially considering the fact that you could have created a check for that amount or, perhaps, done a wire transfer.
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> Also, it’s much easier for them to duck the IRS when doing a cash transaction like that.

Do you actually read threads before replying just to the OP?

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