Money Order vs. ConnectNetwork (and Western Union): Which Way Should You Send Money to Marion CI?

Three ways to send money to Marion CI trust deposits under NCDAC: mail a money order, use ConnectNetwork (online or by phone), or pay cash at Western Union with a specific payment code. The tradeoff? Cost vs. convenience. Mailed money orders have no fees, while ConnectNetwork and Western Union are faster when you don't want to deal with printing and mailing paperwork.

A mailed money order works well when you want to avoid fees entirely. If keeping costs down matters more than speed - or you just prefer handling payments by mail - this is the straightforward option.

• ✓ Complete every field on the money order deposit form, and make sure it’s legible using blue or black ink.
• ✓ Mail only the deposit form and the money order.
• ✓ Do not include staples, paper clips, stamps, cash, letters, photos, or any other items with your deposit.

Prefer to handle things electronically? ConnectNetwork offers a faster route for NCDAC trust deposits. Sign up and pay through their website, or call the toll-free line at 888-428-1845. One bonus: you don't need the printed deposit form when using the automated options - that form is only for money order mail-ins.

Want to pay cash in person? Head to any Western Union location and use the payment code NCDAC TRUST.

Avoiding fees is your priority? Go with the money order - NCDAC trust deposits by mail have no fees attached. The tradeoff: you're mailing paperwork, and every field needs to be filled out clearly. Convenience matters more? ConnectNetwork is built for that. Pay online or call 888-428-1845, and skip the printed deposit form entirely. Working with cash? Western Union handles in-person payments. Just use the payment code NCDAC TRUST when you pay.