Scam FAQ: How To Avoid Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks

• Inspect the cashier’s check.
• Ensure the amount of the check matches in figures and words.
• Check to see that the account number is not shiny in appearance.
• Be watchful that the drawer’s signature is not traced.
• Official checks are generally perforated on at least one side.
• Inspect the check for additions, deletions, or other alterations.
• Contact the financial institution on which the check was drawn to ensure legitimacy.
• Obtain the bank’s telephone number from a reliable source, not from the check itself.
• Be cautious when dealing with individuals outside of your own country.