How Do You Buy A Money Order?
• Know the exact amount you need the money order for. • Obtain monies required to pay for the money order. They can be purchased with cash, debit cards or travelers checks. Some places accept credit cards as well, but some may not take debit cards or travelers checks. Cash is accepted everywhere. Before buying your money order, find out the accepted form of payment. • An international money order from the U.S. Postal Service. If you are sending money from the U.S. to one of the countries that accepts these, it will likely be a relatively inexpensive option.[1] Compare your options. You can purchase money orders at U.S. post offices, most banks, and many grocery store customer service desks, convenience stores, and check-cashing businesses. You can also now purchase money orders online, and the company forwards the money order to the payee. The fee charged (in addition to the amount of the money order) varies considerably, so shop around, especially if you use them frequently. Be prepar
