Agree with SSHZ, money orders & you can't go wrong. Only problem with money orders is usually 3 dimes max. If you don't use a FCU (federal credit union) & it's a US bank there is no problem with a check. Just confirm its a US bank & not a bank out of Canada affiliated with a US bank. Some banks don't care but if from Canada still a hold on check until they deem it clear. Usually 30 day hold. Hope this helps, lord knows you have helped all of us many times.
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