Before sending a bank transfer to a seller, landlord, contractor or stranger, use this quick safety check. Bank transfers can be hard to recover if something goes wrong.
Free safety check
Should I pay by bank transfer?
Answer six quick questions before sending money to a seller, landlord, contractor or stranger.
Safer rule of thumb
If you have not inspected the item, verified the person/business, or got clear written terms, slow down and ask for a protected payment route.