(NBC News) Bogus money orders and cashier’s checks are being sent to potential victims through the mail. The legitimate-looking documents are being sent with a letter, offering to pay consumers for ...

A cashier's check is drawn against the bank's account, as opposed to your personal checking account, to guarantee payment to the recipient. Most banks and credit unions offer cashier's checks to their ...

Money orders are a safe alternative to checks or cash. These paper documents offer guaranteed funds, but unlike a check, they’re prepaid and not tied to a bank account. To purchase a money order, ...

A cashier’s check is guaranteed by the issuing bank’s own funds, making it one of the most secure forms of payment for large transactions. Cashier’s checks cost $8 to $15 at most major banks, though ...

Planning to make a big purchase — like a car or even a down payment on a home — and want to ensure secure payment? A Citi cashier’s check may be your go-to. Because cashier’s checks are backed by the ...