Established in 1987 in Columbus, Ohio.

Our company was founded on a set of values that distinguishes it from other organizations and competitors. It is our commitment to quality service that sets Checksmart apart from all others in the industry. Checksmart currently has stores in Arizona, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Virginia, and Utah.

Checksmart offers financial services which include payroll advances,  check cashing,  bill pay services,  wire transfers,  money orders,  pre-paid debit cards and  phone cards both wireless & long distance.

Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of The Year Winner (2000) Company President

Columbus Consumer’s Choice Award for Business Excellence: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005,  2006, and 2007.

FISCA Activa Award Recipient: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008.

FISCA honors their members for outstanding community service, civic improvement and charitable donation programs designed to positively impact the neighborhoods in which these members do business. The Activa Awards recognize members that make contributions to the quality of life in communities across the country. Checksmart has received this award eight years in a row.