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Counterfeit, Oh No! - How to Protect Yourself from Counterfeit Cashier's Checks  
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Tags: Counterfeit Checks, Counterfeit Cashier's Checks, Counterfeit, Internet Crime, Internet Fraud, Cyber Crime, IC3

So you just got that check and you got that old item off of your hand. Unfortunately when you went to the bank you find out that it is counterfeit. There are some things that you can do to prevent this from happening. Check out the useful information below!

	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.

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