Receiving a non-refund EMD from an end buyer, which way is best?

[Octavia D.]

Receiving a non-refundable EMD from an end buyer, which way is best?

Just wondering, since there's ways to fake a check or some other money transaction, what way do you consider is best that has worked for you on receiving a non-refundable earnest money deposit (EMD)? 

Octavia

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