So the check was shipped of to there "third party" collections yesterday. Once the check is received by them I will receive "provisional" credit. That is all fine and good as long as there is no problem with the check as they say they can take as long as seven months to come back unpaid at which time I would owe that money back if I have spent it and would also be responsible for a returned check fee. That's worst case scenario and I doubt there will be any problems. However, in the event that there is a problem, I'll be pissed and on the phone with Bovada and posting here and any other site I can find if Bovada is less that accommodating in lieu of.

I do like my bank, but I think to solve this I am going to open up a second account with a larger bank. Bigger banks don't go through "third party collection agencies" and do it "in house" in a much more streamlined process. So any problems would be detected much earlier. I can also keep my money separated so, (unless I have an immediate need) I can let it sit until I know there won't be any problems.

If anyone else banks with a smaller holding company, you can google "top US banks" and anyone or those listed should be able to cash international checks in house.