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What is a cashier’s check? Purpose, benefits, and how to get one

Cashier’s checks are payment tools that banks issue out with the guarantee that the bank is responsible for the funds, rather than the individual sending them. People typically use cashier's checks for large payments, such as home loans or purchasing a vehicle.

AuthorPayPal Editorial Staff

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Instant money transfers: What they are and how they work

Instant money transfers from a bank account are a quick and efficient way to send money immediately from one account to another. Users can use digital wallets and peer-to-peer payment apps like PayPal to make these transfers in minutes rather than days, like some other transfer methods.

AuthorPayPal Editorial Staff

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