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Back 2 School Illinois Helps Students Deliver over 6,000,000 Supplies!

Checkexpress currency exchange has been operating in and around Chicago for 85+ years. Our company has a long standing tradition of giving back to the people, communities, and neighborhoods we serve. While the endless days of summer have arrived, the focus is already on back to school in the stores. One of our long standing…

Currency Exchange Rates Made Simple!

Planning a summer vacation? You have enough to worry about between booking flights and packing for the family, so let us help you! Understanding how currency exchange rates work is important if you plan on traveling out of the country. Checkexpress Currency Exchange is here to answer your questions and will instantly exchange your foreign…

Chicago PD’s Best Practices For ATM Safety

June 19, 2019

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At Checkexpress, we want to make sure that our customers are using the best safety practices when it comes to their money. Whether you’re traveling abroad or just down the street, ATM card safety is very important to prevent yourself from a dangerous situation! Worried about someone hacking your account? Robbing you as you take…

Celebrate Mom with the Perfect Mother’s Day

Moms certainly have one of the toughest, yet most rewarding jobs out there. Show her your love and appreciation by planning the perfect Mother’s Day this year: Sunday, May 12, 2019 Start Mother’s Day with Brunch! Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise Bring the family aboard Mystic and treat Mom to an event full of her favorite…

Special Ways to Volunteer in Chicago!

Spring is officially here, Chicago! The sun sets later and the days get warmer. How will you enjoy the Windy City as the season changes? If you’re looking for a way to give back and volunteer, take a look around! Chicago and the surrounding suburbs are full of opportunities to donate and volunteer. A volunteer…

New Year Resolution: Saving Money in 2019! - Checkexpress

New Year Resolution: Save More Money in 2019!

December 18, 2018

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The new year is the perfect time to make a fresh start towards improving your personal finances by planning to save more money for the coming year. We know it’s not always easy adopting new habits, but being smarter about money now pays off with financial security in the future! So how can you save…

Setting Goals to Improve Your Finances in 2019!

December 10, 2018

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Setting financial goals for the year ahead will help you focus your spending, so you’ll have funds to pay for the things you really need and want. “If you aren’t working toward anything specific, you’re likely to spend more than you should,” writes Amy Fontinelle on investopedia.com. While there are many approaches to setting financial…

Your One-Stop Shop for Holiday Gifts this Year

The holiday countdown has begun, and so has the rush to get everything done. Here are six ways Checkexpress can make your holiday season a whole lot easier and much less stressful with many options for the perfect holiday gifts… 1. Check cashing Discover the convenience of cashing gift checks, as well as payroll, personal,…

6 Tips to Build a Strong Credit Score

Last week we celebrated National Get Smart About Credit Day, an event sponsored by the American Banking Association Community Engagement Foundation to drive awareness about the importance of managing credit wisely. Now in its 16th year, this event enlists the support of more than 5,000 bankers nationwide to teach young people about credit. The idea…

Get Ready for Fall Fun!

October 8, 2018

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Here in the Midwest, there’s no shortage of ways for the whole family to celebrate the fall season. Whether you want to pick apples and pumpkins, enjoy hay rides and corn mazes or view spectacular displays of autumn leaves, our 2018 guide to fall fun in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin has something for you!…

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