Have you ever accepted a bill at the register that did not look or feel quite right to only find out later it was a counterfeit?  Sometimes, the businesses are not even aware that they have accepted counterfeit money until it is rejected by their bank. Unfortunately, the “money” is worthless.  What makes matters even worse, you may even give up the real currency by giving change to the counterfeit bills. Here are a few ways to detect counterfeit money prior to accepting it.  Look for the image of an eagle o the Federal Reserve seal. This will only be on denominations of $5.00 or larger. If you run your finger over the printing of a bill, the printing should be raised.  If the texture is smooth, you may have a counterfeit bill. For additional ways to spot counterfeit money visit the U.S. Currency website at www.uscurrency.gov.