Finding a convenient way to make change is important whether you need quarters for laundry or a register drawer.You can get multiple $10 rolls of quarters at the bank.If you can avoid monthly fees, creating a new account is worth it.You can exchange up to a roll of quarters at big box stores' service desks.You can make change at a corner store or gas station if you need to exchange a few dollars.
Step 1: You can exchange a $10 bill for a quarter roll at your bank.
Pay them a visit if you have an account with the bank.You can exchange cash for quarters if you haven't already.Ask the teller to change your paper money for quarters.You can make exchanges in multiples of 10 with a quarter roll.If you have an account with that bank, you can take out money by filling out a withdrawal slip.Ask the teller how you would like your money to be spent.
Step 2: You can ask if you need an account.
Some banks do not make change for account holders.If you don't have an account with the nearest bank, call ahead and ask about their change policy to avoid wasting a trip.If you go to a bank that only makes change for account holders, they could be nice and make a one-time exception for you.You probably won't have luck with them in the future.
Step 3: If you can avoid monthly fees, you should sign up for an account.
It is possible to open an account with a nearby bank if you don't have a bank account.If you meet certain criteria, such as a minimum number of debits and credits, they may offer accounts without monthly fees.If you make at least 10 transactions per month, they might offer a checking account with no maintenance fees.Between exchanging quarters and making small transfers and purchases, you should be able to meet that number.You can compare the interest rates of your current account and a new account.If your old account accrues more interest, it's not worth keeping some money in a new account.
Step 4: Money can be exchanged at the service desk at a grocery store.
You can exchange up to a $10 roll of quarters at most major chain grocery and department stores.You can go to the customer service desk instead of the checkout line.You will have more chance of getting a full roll at the service desk if you have a limited amount of change in your register.If you need more than $10 in quarters, you should go to a bank.
Step 5: There is a change machine nearby.
Change machines can be found at public transit stations, as well as nearby libraries and game arcades.laundromats usually have change machines, but they can be unreliable.The majority of college dorm laundromats don't have change machines.Press the change button if you want to insert a dollar into the vending machine.It's a risk since you could get a dollar coin instead of quarters.
Step 6: A small purchase can be made at a gas station or convenience store.
It is unlikely that you will get lots of quarters at a corner store, but it is possible to get a couple dollars' worth.Ask the cashier if they can give you 4 quarters for a dollar while you're at it, if you buy a candy bar.You can see if the store offers cash back if you pay with a debit card.Select $5 or $10 and ask the cashier to give you as many quarters as they can spare.
Step 7: Ask cashiers for change.
If you notice, the cashier will give you dimes and nickels instead of quarters.If they can give you quarters, ask.Whenever you check out at a store, you can exchange a few dollars or spare change for quarters.
Step 8: Change can be put into jars.
Keep one jar for quarters and another for other coins.Change can be found in your car, pockets, furniture cushions, and other places.
Step 9: Purchase more rolls than you need.
You can estimate how many quarters you need for laundry or small business.Purchase enough quarters to hold you over at the bank or store's service desk.If you want to wash and dry your clothes for a month, you'll need either $20 or $30.Exchange that amount once per month so you don't have to worry about change on laundry day.To stock your small business's register, go to the bank once a week to deposit cash and make change.