I don't think only illegals use check-cashing stores by a long shot. Some people don't have cars and can't easily travel to a branch bank. (this is like when we assume that everyone has easy access to a good grocery store. No, they don't.) Some people like the neighborhood convenience, some need the cash without a waiting period, and some like doing all their business in one spot: pay bills, get money order, etc. They tend to serve primarily poorer people, but I know folks who use them.


Edited by Ellemm (03/18/09 06:22 PM)