According to the latest figures from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., almost 6 million U.S. households were “unbanked” as of 2023. That means that no one in the household has a checking or savings ...

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Check-cashing services offer quick access to funds for individuals who do not have traditional bank accounts, typically through storefronts or retail locations. These services typically charge high ...