 TITLE: What Is a Cashier’s Check and How Does it Work? CONTENT: You can get a cashier's check from any bank or credit union, but you may be required to be an existing customer to buy one. Whether you're heading into a local branch or submitting your request online, here are some steps you'll need to take.\n### 1\\. Have the Money Ready\nBecause the bank or credit union guarantees a cashier's check with its own funds, it'll require you to pay the amount of the check upfront. You can do this with cash or funds from your own checking or savings account. In some cases, you may be required to pay a small fee.\nIf you want to withdraw the funds for a cashier's check, though, you may be required to provide some form of identification.\n### 2\\. Provide the Check Details\nThe bank or credit union prints off the cashier's check, including the recipient's name and the amount of the check. This means you'll need to have all the necessary information ready to give the teller.\n### 3\\. Ask for a Receipt\nOnce your request is completed, the bank will either freeze the amount of the check or deduct it from your account balance, plus any applicable fees. Once you have the check in hand, make sure to also ask for a receipt, which may be helpful if you need to track the check or if it goes missing. END