Fill in the recipient and your address; for bills, include an account number; sign it; keep proof of payment. Check that the money order amount is correct.Fill out the money order at the counter with a retail associate. Pay the dollar value of the money order plus the issuing fee. Know how and who you'll pay: Be prepared with cash or a debit card, the name of the payee and the amount you want to send. Our money orders are perfect for paying bills or sending money to relatives and friends. General Recommendations. If you would like to use a check, make sure it has your name and address pre-printed in the top left corner. Money orders are a safe alternative to cash or checks. Find out how much they cost, when you need one, where to buy it and how to cash it.