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Learn about our Financial Review Board. Pros Provides financial services to the unbanked and underbanked Makes money available almost immediately. Cons May charge extremely high fees Easy to get stuck in a cycle Can leave consumers stuck using non-traditional financial services.
Key Takeaways A check-cashing service provides a way to convert checks to cash if you're unable to open a checking account because of past financial problems or can't reach your bank and need cash fast.
It makes funds available almost immediately but comes with high fees that can erode your earnings. It should only be a stop-gap measure until you find yourself on better financial footing and can get a bank account. There's no minimum balance or monthly fees as in many bank accounts, which can make banking an expensive proposition for low-income customers. Fees at check-cashing places are often displayed in large signs akin to those at fast food restaurants. Some people prefer that to the "hidden" fees they think they get at banks.
Check cashing places make their money through the fees. The fees are based on the transaction, the check size and the perceived risk to the store. Some checks, such as an old out-of-state personal check, may not be able to be cashed at all.
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