Is it a red flag if customers prefer to pay you via check than cash?

[Cherrylicious]

I have my own cleaning business and I have ran into a few customers that will only be willing to pay by check rather than send the money electronically here is the customers email back to me.

Dear Applicant,

Thanks for replying me back and we’re on vacation with my family and You will be cleaning 2 times a week for just 3hrs each day... 3 beds 2 baths, 1,603 sq ft with basement.

DUTIES include : Cleaning and mirrors, emptying trash, and mopping floors at the house.

**REQUIREMENTS**

, Must be Friendly and Honest I always pay upfront payment before you start the job and i'll be paying you $650 weekly with a Certified Check and I hope you have an active checking account where to deposited the check into? Once it’s deposit it will be available after 24hours.
and you will start the cleaning as soon as you have got the payment and I'll provide the cleaning Supplies & Equipment and the house is located downtown the city while an arrangement has been make to deliver the house keys to you
Kindly get back to me with the details below to facilitate the payment today and you will get it on This week

1... Full name, Address, Apt #, city , State, Zip code:
2... Cell #:
3... Age:
4... Sex:
5... Current Occupation:
6... Your convenient (days and time) for Cleaning:

Should I trust this guy, or is he a scammer?

[exitseven]

A certified check is okay. Having it direct deposited will enable you to see that the check is good.

[slatyb]

Total scam. Never accept paper of any kind, except currency if course.

[AI Opinion]

Exercise caution. This situation has several red flags typical of scams: promising high upfront payments via checks, requiring personal information, and initiating transactions without prior in-person interaction. Scammers often use fraudulent checks that initially seem to clear but later bounce, leaving you responsible for the amount. Always verify the legitimacy of clients, especially when they request sensitive personal details and offer payment methods that can be reversed. Consider discussing payment terms and verifying all details through a secure and trustworthy channel before proceeding. Trust your instincts and prioritize your safety.

[Tmucciolo]

Red Flag! Anyone that has a check also has a checking debt card. Some people accept business checks under $25.00

[bowenw]

It all sounds kind of suspect and perhaps a way to get your personal information.

[eagle1951]

don't think so

[DJB72]

Simple