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Old 02-02-2023, 10:38 AM
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Originally Posted by nhtexasrn View Post
This is a well known scam. The check actually does clear but then is found to be fraudulent and the money is withdrawn. I hope you don't fall for this some day. They are always "out of town" and will have a relative come pick up the furniture, hence the need for a cashiers check.
So "clear" doesn't mean "clear"? I don't think I have ever had a bank notify me in writing that a check I cashed has cleared.