Get a Tax Advance at Check City

Tax advances can help you get money from your future refund faster! With our refund advance, you can file and get your money as soon as today.

How to Get a Tax Advance

Tax advances allow borrowers to get their refund money sooner. Just complete the following simple steps to apply today:  

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Visit a Check City store. No appointment necessary!

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File taxes at Check City. Drop off your tax documents, it's that easy!  

Select the tax advance refund option. If approved, you'll get money from your future refund today!  

Refund Advance Requirements

Be prepared when you come in to get your refund advance. That way you can get your money and be on your way sooner!  

  • Government ID
  • Social Security Number (for you and all your dependents)
  • Tax Documents (W-2, 1099, 1098, 1040, etc.)

If you want to itemize deductions, then bring in the following documents as well:

  • 1098 (home mortgage)
  • Medical bills
  • Charitable donations
  • Nonreimbursed employee expenses
  • If you are self-employed bring any receipts and expenses

Tax Refund Advance Benefits

Our tax refund advance offers a convenient way to access funds sooner, allowing you to file taxes and, if approved, receive funding in 1 visit. Key benefits include:

  • File and access funds in one visit (if approved)
  • Faster refund process
  • Competitive interest rates
  • Simple approval process
  • Quick access to funds upon approval
  • No waiting for IRS refund
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Stop Waiting! Get Your Refund Instantly.

You have a few options for how to receive your refund. Some methods are faster than others while other methods can leave you waiting for weeks or even months.  

  • Direct Deposit Refund = 1-3 weeks
  • Paper Check Refund = 1-2 months  
  • A Tax Advance = as soon as TODAY
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Outstanding service & staff, you guys did my taxes for two years.

-Eric H.

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I've never got a loan from Check City. But I do go to Check City to cash checks & I did my taxes there & all the employees are friendly.

-Melissa M.

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