Category: Money Orders

Who can cash a money order? We explain whether you can cash a money order that is in your own name, not in your name, or made out to two parties.

Can you deposit a money order to your bank account like a check? We explain how to put the funds from a money order into your checking account.

We explain what happens if you cash or deposit a fake money order -- account closure? fees? etc. -- plus how to avoid scams.

We answer how long it takes to get, mail, or refund a money order, plus how long a money order takes to clear after you deposit it.

What are your options if you lose a money order? We explain the money order replacement policies of the major issuers (MoneyGram, Western Union, etc.).

Can you use white-out to fix a mistake on a money order, or change the names? We explain how to correct a mistake on a money order for MoneyGram, USPS, etc.

Can you stop payment on a money order? We detail whether you can cancel a money order from MoneyGram, Western Union, and other issuers.

Can you find out whether a money order has been cashed? We explain the policies for Western Union, MoneyGram, and other issuers.

We detail the money order tracking process for all major issuers, including MoneyGram, Western Union, and USPS.

How long do you have to pick up a MoneyGram transfer? We detail the MoneyGram hold time for transfers, plus MoneyGram's policy for expired transfers.

What is the USAA money order policy? Can you deposit a money order through USAA mobile deposit? Money order rules and restrictions detailed inside.

Can you write a money order to yourself and cash it? What if it's already been filled out to someone else? We explain the policy at MoneyGram, Western Union, etc.