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There are a few options when you need a secure way of paying for something. Sure, cash is king, but not everyone feels safe carrying a thick wad around. Cashier’s checks and money orders are two of ...

A cashier notices that customers struggle to find enough change to pay, so sometimes she 'forgets' to scan some of their ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Deepak Sethi / Getty Images Cashier's checks offer a secure payment method for large ...

An interesting and highly lucrative con targeting those attempting to sell vehicles (and other high-ticket items) online works like the highly successful Nigerian scam, but while his bit of larceny ...

Homebuyers must use a bank-certified payment method at closing. There are pros and cons to both methods. For example, a cashier's check might be a little cheaper, and the transaction for a wire ...

A cashier’s check is a bank-guaranteed payment drawn from the bank’s own funds, typically used for large transactions like car purchases or home down payments. Cashier’s checks cost $10-$15 at most ...