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Paul Eckert and Family Financial Centers
Paul Eckert and Family Financial Centers is the “Quantum Leap” forward in the evolution of the alternative Paul Eckert financial service center. Located in attractive suburban centers, Paul Eckert Family Financial Centers have the systems, ambience and professionalism of a traditional bank. Paul Eckert FFC offers a full array of financial services including check cashing, money orders, wire transfer, tax preparation services and short-term consumer loans.

Paul Eckert Family Financial Centers is committed to raising the standard for alternative financial service providers both for product offerings and the way they are delivered to the market. Our Paul Eckert centers are conveniently located to our customer’s home or work. We are fully automated with systems that keep the average transaction time to just a few minutes. This allows our customer to have all of their financial needs taken care of conveniently and efficiently, in an environment that is upbeat, professional and friendly. Paul Eckert Family Financial Centers is rapidly expanding through acquisition and conversion of existing financial centers to the Family brand.

Check Cashing
FFC uses a proven system for verifying and assessing risk on checks, which allows cashing of most checks.

Short Term Loans
The short term loans are a regulated loan product, which differ from state to state. Customers can borrow between $100 and $500 (varies by state) with an average term of 14 days.

Bill Payments
FFC offers timely posting of bills for hundreds of companies including electric, gas, telephone and wireless bills.

Money Transfer
FFC enables customers to transfer funds electronically to thousands of locations around the globe.

Membership Cards
This service gives the customer access to daily and monthly specials. It also speeds transaction times and builds customer loyalty.