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Being Thrifty and Saving Money

Published by Walter D on January 24th, 2012

If you are looking to save money over time or simply want to get in better financial habits, there are some things that you can do in order to get to a better place. These are simple things which can be done every day, which can make a big difference for you over time. Indeed, one of the msot important things to remember is that savings will stack over time, even if it doesn’t seem like it is too impressive in the moment. Fiscal responsibility requires discipline on the part of the person. While there are no magical shortcuts that

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Our Services – Payday Loans

Published by Don M. on January 23rd, 2012

One of our premiere services at Check City is our payday loans system, which is meant to get you the money that you need, even if your payday isn’t for another little while. Sometimes, you need money immediately to take care of the stuff that life throws your way. With payday loans, we will be bale to cover you once you qualify and issue you the money that you need to get it all taken care of. Qualifying for payday loans is simple and easy, and we have a great rate of qualification for our clients. All you have to

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SOPA and The Internet Blackouts

Published by Jared W on January 20th, 2012

Yesterday marked a unique day when it comes to the history and direction of the Internet, as there was mass shutdown and protests with regards to SOPA and PIPA. For those of you who don’t know what SOPA and PIPA are, we recommend reading this little overview. Put simply,  if these controversial bills pass, it would change the nature of the Internet as we know it. SOPA and PIPA are measures which would allow the government to punish and restrict copyright violation in ways previously unheard of, which would theoretically curtail much of the illicit activity on the Internet. Major websites shut

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Notion of Motion Exhibit

Published by Jared W on January 19th, 2012

We’d like to remind everyone that the Notion of Motion exhibit is now open at Thanksgiving Point, and is going to be running through June. Thanksgiving Point has a long history of bringing in attractions that are both entertaining as well as being educational, and Notion of Motion is no exception. Being centrally located is another one of the perks that Thanksgiving Point brings to the experience, being both easy to locate and easy to access, no matter where you are coming from in Utah. This exhibit is on loan from the world famous Exploratorium in San Francisco, featuring attractions where science

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Tax Services FAQ – Part 2

Published by Melissa L on January 18th, 2012

This is the continuation of tax services frequently asked questions: 4. What do I need to bring in to have my taxes prepared? You should bring W2’s, Photo ID, and Social Security Cards for you and all your dependents Any other important tax documents like 1099’s If you are wishing to itemize, bring your 1098 (home mortgage) medical bills charitable donations non-reimbursed employee expenses If you are self employed bring any receipts/expenses 5. What is a Federal Refund Anticipating Check (Federal RAC) You could get money quickly and conveniently with a Lightning Tax Refund Anticipation Check. You could get up

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Cash Advance FAQ – Part 2

Published by Melissa L on January 17th, 2012

Cash advance frequently asked questions continued. 6. What if I can’t pay it back on time? If you are unable to pay off the loan in full, we offer our customers the option to extend or to defer their loan. You just need to pay the interest for us to hold on to the check until your next payday. We recommend that you pay as much as you can towards the principle first, to ensure the least amount of interest possible. 7. How do you determine if a person qualifies to borrow? Each application must meet our underwriting criteria. Most

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Check City Honors Ogden Officers with Dollar for Dollar Donation Match

Published by Melissa L on January 13th, 2012

Check City would like to honor fallen officer Jared Francom and the other five officers injured on January 4th, 2012 in Ogden, UT.  We respect and support all the officers who protect and serve our communities, and would like to help out families of  Officer Francom, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the line of duty, as well as his fellow officers who were willing to make the same sacrifice if necessary in order to protect their community. In an effort to raise money for the families of these officers, Check City will match each contribution made dollar-for-dollar.

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13 Historical Facts About Friday the 13th

Published by Melissa L on January 13th, 2012

Today is Friday the 13th and as we know there are so many superstitions and myths surrounding this day. I believe many of you do not even know the historical facts behind this day. To some of you, this day is full of bad luck, others see this day as the freakiest day ever. From patch.com, Check City brings you 13 historical facts about Friday the 13th. On Oct. 13, 1307, King Philip IV of France raided the homes of the Knights Templar, who were warrior monks during the Crusades, imprisoning several thousand men on charges of illegal activities. None of these charges were

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Tax Services FAQ

Published by Melissa L on January 13th, 2012

Tax season is here and there is always at least a few questions arising from filing. In order to help you sail through the tax process while guaranteeing you your maximum refund, Check City has seasoned, experienced and qualified tax preparers who will help you file without any hassle. Visit as online or in store to answer any more questions that you might have. 1. What are the tax preparation fees? Our tax preparation fees start as low as $29.95 for the 1040 EZ form, unlike other tax preparers our prices includes electronic filing of both Federal and State taxes.Additional fees

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Cash Advance FAQ – Part 1

Published by Melissa L on January 13th, 2012

In these recession times, there are so many options available to you to help you get some cash to carry you over. Getting a cash advance from your credit card is one of the options. Luckily for you, Check City offers cash advance. Below are some of the answers to the questions you might have. If you are not satisfied or would want to know more cash advance, just go online or visit one of our Check City store locations for help. 1. How much can I borrow? Most customers qualify for up to 35% of their monthly gross income. 2.

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