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Posted By: ChgoCPA
She also knows briefs better  :D

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I recently went indy and have a question for other indy providers. I never accepted checks before but due to recent changes, I've decided to accept cashier's checks for deposits. As checks usually entail having a payee name that matches your ID or bank account, how do you accept a cashier's check without revealing your real name?

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Crisis25664 reads

You need an anonymous cover business or a 3rd party to route it through. As I've never heard of a cashiers check being made out to cash. Or you could apply it directly to some big bill you have.

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Tabu657 reads

and as a newbie indy, you will be a potential target for any number of slimy guys trying to get over on you.  

As a veteran provider, I urge you to accept cash only. When you DO want to accept deposits, open a bank account in a business name, make deposits into it so you establish a pattern of revenue, and then get a credit card account with Square or Pay Anywhere under the same business name.  

It's a bit of work, yes, but you will establish yourself as a legitimate business, you can pay taxes on that income, invest that income and set yourself up for a future that won't be held hostage by years of cash-only income, stuffed under a mattress.

best of luck to you, darling!

Tabu of S FL

 

 

Posted By: EliseRose
I recently went indy and have a question for other indy providers. I never accepted checks before but due to recent changes, I've decided to accept cashier's checks for deposits. As checks usually entail having a payee name that matches your ID or bank account, how do you accept a cashier's check without revealing your real name?

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EliseRose626 reads

Thank you so much, Tabu! Great suggestions. Best of luck to you too, lovely!

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EliseRose497 reads

Actually, it was the guy who suggested it. I may consider using a PayPal business account instead.

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Tabu559 reads

if they get even a whiff of impropriety (namely, an escort or adult-oriented business.)  This has happened to MANY ladies, so be advised.

You are better off with a regular Credit Card merchant account.  

Posted By: EliseRose
Actually, it was the guy who suggested it. I may consider using a PayPal business account instead.

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Bailey_Bleu818569 reads

For deposits I prefer Green dot and so far I haven't received a complaint!
The card can be purchased almost from any type of super market/ drug store.. That is CVS/ Walgreens.
The client would load the card there and call you to provide you the number which goes on YOUR
Credit card thus... None of his info nor you giving him your name!! Works perfectly

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anonymousfun503 reads

to all of these pre-paid cards.  

Green Dot is partly owned by WalMart so, you figure out the rest.

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Retired-Guy540 reads

request blank money orders, that way you can fill them out yourself and use them to pay rent or your Macy's card.

Posted By: EliseRose
I recently went indy and have a question for other indy providers. I never accepted checks before but due to recent changes, I've decided to accept cashier's checks for deposits. As checks usually entail having a payee name that matches your ID or bank account, how do you accept a cashier's check without revealing your real name?

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SinCitySinner502 reads

you can tell who the Registered Agent of the LLC is. Isn't that right? So there you go. That will reveal who she is in a heartbeat.  

At least in VA you can do it very easily on Virginia SCC website. I'm sure in most states you can do the same.  

I think Green Dot is the easiest way..

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Dr Who revived446 reads

Just accept cash.

A single member LLC is of no real value here.  Anyone can still find the LLC members online...the registered agent is just that..can be an attorney, CPA, hooker, john...who cares.

As to the OP accepting a cashiers check...easy enough to put a stop payment on it as well.

The less people who know what the gal is doing is better.  Having access to her legal name is not a wise move...but then again I've seen plenty of other not smart things here as well.

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Dr Who revived474 reads

She also knows briefs better  :D

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Posted By: ChgoCPA
She also knows briefs better  :D

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Dr Who revived530 reads

And takes her job very seriously.

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Posted By: ChgoCPA
She also knows briefs better  :D

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Dr Who revived488 reads

I love those litigators...don't you?

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anonymousfun459 reads

Otherwise no money. Moreover, potential for other troubles as the bank sees fit including, forgery charges. Same goes for Money Order

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