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Advance America in Miami, FL

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Advance America in Miami, FL at 900 SW 67th Ave offers quick payday and title loans.

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Advance America Review

The Advance America location at 900 SW 67th Ave Suite 35 in Miami, Florida is a standalone branch serving this commercial neighborhood. The storefront is open Monday through Thursday 10 AM–6 PM, Friday 9 AM–6 PM, Saturday 9 AM–4 PM, and closed Sundays, giving Miami residents flexible access to payday and title loan services.

This Miami branch specializes in payday-loan profile details and car title loans for residents who are researching short-term cash access. Call 305-265-1112 to speak with a loan staff context who can explain terms, verify your eligibility, and often complete your application during the same visit.

When visiting this Miami, FL location, bring a government-issued ID, proof of income such as a recent pay stub, and a blank signed check or banking information for direct deposit. Payday and title loans are designed for short-term financial needs and should be repaid on schedule.

Services & Features

Check cashing (in-store locations)
In-store loan applications
Installment loans (3–12 month repayment, select states)
Money order services
Next-business-day direct deposit (online loans)
Online account management portal (online.advanceamerica.net)
Online loan applications
Payday loans ($100–$2,000, 7–30 day terms)
Revolving lines of credit (up to ~$4,000)
Same-day in-store cash disbursement
Title loans via LoanCenter ($2,000–$25,000, vehicle-secured)

Feature Checklist

Mobile App
Online Portal
Score Tracking
Credit Education
Personal Advisor
Identity Theft Protection

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • 800+ retail locations across 27 states — one of the largest physical payday lending footprints in the U.S.
  • Same-day in-store funding within approximately 30 minutes of approval
  • Online applications funded next business day, or same-day if approved before noon
  • 157+ million loans issued since 1997 — extensive operational track record in short-term lending
  • BBB A+ rating with accreditation since September 2024
  • Multiple product types available: payday loans, installment loans, lines of credit, and title loans
  • No explicit credit score minimum — accessible to underbanked consumers who can't qualify at traditional banks

Cons

  • Extremely high APRs: payday loans range 350%–700%, installment loans can exceed 200% — among the most expensive legal borrowing in the U.S.
  • BBB customer review score is only 1.7/5 from 154 reviews, with 302 complaints filed in the past 3 years — a stark contrast to the A+ letter grade
  • Only available in 27 states, leaving residents of 23 states without access
  • Title loans are handled by third-party partner LoanCenter rather than Advance America directly — adds a layer of separation from the brand
  • Owned by Grupo Elektra (Mexico) — a fact not prominently disclosed to U.S. consumers browsing the site

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State Consumer Finance Context

This is state-level context for Emergency Cash consumers in Miami, FL. It does not confirm that Advance America or this specific location is licensed.

State regulator

Florida Office of Financial Regulation

Payday loan rules in Florida

Status: Permitted

Rate context: Maximum fee of $10 per $100 borrowed (minimum $10-$300 range) or $15 per $100 borrowed ($300-$500 range)

Amount context: $500

Term context: 31 days

Regulated under Fla. Stat. § 560.403. Borrowers tracked via the statewide deferred presentment database to prevent multiple simultaneous loans. A mandatory 24-hour cooling-off period is required between payday loans.

Installment loan rules in Florida

Status: Permitted

Rate context: Tiered rate caps under the Florida Consumer Finance Act (Fla. Stat. § 687.101-687.308): rates vary based on loan amount and structure; maximum rates generally range from 18-25% depending on loan size and repayment terms

Installment lenders must be licensed by the Office of Financial Regulation. The Consumer Finance Act establishes specific rate schedules for different loan amounts.

Key state rules to check

  • Payday loans (deferred presentment) capped at $500 with maximum fee of $10 per $100 ($300) or $15 per $100 ($300-$500).
  • Borrowers can have only one outstanding payday loan at a time, tracked via a statewide database.
  • A mandatory 24-hour cooling-off period is required between payday loans.

Source: CreditDoc state-law summary and listed public regulator resources. Verify licensing directly with the listed state regulator before relying on a provider.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Advance America respond to consumer complaints?

According to CFPB data (2023-present), Advance America has a 99.7% response rate to consumer complaints, with 97.4% of those responses delivered within the CFPB's 15-day window. Response rate measures whether the company replied — not whether the consumer's issue was resolved in their favor.

What services does Advance America offer?

Advance America offers 11 services including Payday loans ($100–$2,000, 7–30 day terms), Installment loans (3–12 month repayment, select states), Revolving lines of credit (up to ~$4,000), Title loans via LoanCenter ($2,000–$25,000, vehicle-secured), Check cashing (in-store locations), and 6 more.

What profile signals are listed for Advance America?

Advance America has profile signals associated with Consumers facing a genuine short-term cash emergency with no access to lower-cost credit options, Underbanked or credit-limited individuals who cannot qualify for a traditional bank loan or credit card, Borrowers who need in-person same-day cash and live near one of the 800+ storefronts, People in one of the 27 states where Advance America operates who need funds before their next paycheck.

What are the strengths and weaknesses of Advance America?

Key strengths: 800+ retail locations across 27 states — one of the largest physical payday lending footprints in the U.S.; Same-day in-store funding within approximately 30 minutes of approval; Online applications funded next business day, or same-day if approved before noon. Areas to consider: Extremely high APRs: payday loans range 350%–700%, installment loans can exceed 200% — among the most expensive legal borrowing in the U.S.; BBB customer review score is only 1.7/5 from 154 reviews, with 302 complaints filed in the past 3 years — a stark contrast to the A+ letter grade.

How does Advance America compare to similar companies?

In the Emergency Cash category, comparable providers include Amscot Financial, Cash Advance, Rapid Cash. Each company has different strengths, so compare services, pricing, and consumer complaint records before deciding what to do next.

Is Advance America accredited by the Better Business Bureau?

Advance America holds a A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and is BBB-accredited.

Quick Facts

Founded
1997
Headquarters
Spartanburg, SC
BBB Rating
A+
BBB Accredited
Yes
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Research Note on Advance America

Advance America is best suited for consumers in a true financial emergency who have exhausted lower-cost options — think missed rent, urgent car repairs, or a medical bill — and need cash same-day with no credit score barrier. The critical caveat is cost: APRs of 350%–700% make payday loans one of the most expensive legal forms of credit available, and repeat borrowing can quickly spiral into a high-cost repeat-borrowing risk. Anyone who can qualify for a credit union PAL, a 0% intro credit card, or a personal loan should pursue those first.

CFPB Transparency Report

Public data from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Response Rate*
99.7%
On-Time Response**
97.4%

* Percentage of consumer complaints that received a company response (does not indicate the complaint was resolved in the consumer's favor)

** Percentage of responses delivered within the CFPB's 15-day window

Source: consumerfinance.gov | Last checked 2026-03-25

Profile Signals

  • Consumers facing a genuine short-term cash emergency with no access to lower-cost credit options
  • Underbanked or credit-limited individuals who cannot qualify for a traditional bank loan or credit card
  • Borrowers who need in-person same-day cash and live near one of the 800+ storefronts
  • People in one of the 27 states where Advance America operates who need funds before their next paycheck
Updated 2026-05-08

Similar Companies

Amscot Financial logo

Amscot Financial

Amscot Financial offers payday loans and installment cash advances up to $1,000 with provider-stated funding timing and eligibility claims to verify across Florida locations.

BBB: NR

Profile signals: Floridians facing genuine emergencies who need cash within hours and have poor credit, Customers seeking one-stop financial services (lending, check cashing, notary, bill pay)

Cash Advance logo

Cash Advance

Amscot is a Florida-based payday and installment loan lender offering cash advances up to $500 and installment loans up to $1,000 with eligibility claims to verify and provider-stated funding timing.

BBB: NR

Profile signals: Florida residents facing unexpected short-term cash emergencies (car repair, medical bills) with next paycheck income, Consumers with damaged credit who may not meet traditional bank-loan criteria or credit cards

Rapid Cash logo

Rapid Cash

Rapid Cash Orlando, Florida — Rapid Cash offers small installment loans from $100–$1,000 with listed funding timing, designed for short-term cash...

BBB: NR

Profile signals: Consumers facing short-term cash access shortages who need $100–$1,000 quickly, Individuals seeking to avoid overdraft fees or payday loan spirals

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Quick Summary

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Financial Wellness Guides

Financial Terms Explained (10 terms)

New to credit and lending? Here are the key terms used on this page, explained in plain language with real-number examples.

Interest & Rates

APR — Annual Percentage Rate

The total yearly cost of borrowing money, including the interest rate plus any fees the lender charges. Think of it as the 'true price tag' on a loan.

Why it matters

Lenders are required to show APR by law (Truth in Lending Act) because the interest rate alone can hide fees. Comparing APR across lenders is the most reliable way to find the lower-cost loan.

Example

You borrow $10,000 at 6% interest for 3 years, but there's a $300 origination fee. The interest rate is 6%, but the APR is 6.9% because it includes that fee. You'd pay $304/month and $946 total in interest.

Compound Interest

Interest calculated on both the original amount borrowed AND the interest that's already been added. It's 'interest on interest' — and it makes debt grow faster than you'd expect.

Why it matters

Credit cards and many loans use compound interest. If you only make minimum payments, compound interest is why a $3,000 balance can take 15 years to pay off.

Example

You owe $1,000 at 20% annual interest compounded monthly. After month 1 you owe $1,016.67. Month 2, interest is charged on $1,016.67 (not $1,000), so you owe $1,033.61. After 1 year without payments: $1,219.

MAPR — Military Annual Percentage Rate

A special APR calculation used for military servicemembers that includes ALL costs — fees, insurance, and add-ons — capped at 36% by federal law.

Why it matters

The Military Lending Act protects active-duty servicemembers and their families from high-cost lending. Any lender charging above 36% MAPR to military is breaking federal law.

Example

A payday lender charges a $15 fee per $100 borrowed for 2 weeks. For civilians, that's technically legal in some states. For military: that works out to 391% MAPR — illegal under the MLA.

Usury Rate — Usury Rate (Interest Rate Cap)

The maximum interest rate a lender can legally charge in a particular state. Charging above this rate is called 'usury' and is illegal.

Why it matters

Usury laws are your main legal protection against predatory interest rates. But beware: some states have weak or no usury caps, and federal banks can sometimes override state limits.

Example

New York caps interest at 16% for most consumer loans (25% is criminal usury). If a lender tries to charge you 30% in NY, that loan is unenforceable — you could fight it in court.

How Loans Work

Collateral — Loan Collateral

An asset you pledge to the lender as security for a loan. If you stop paying, the lender can seize and sell that asset to recover their money.

Why it matters

Secured loans (with collateral) have lower interest rates because the lender has less risk. But you could lose your home, car, or savings if you default.

Example

A mortgage uses your house as collateral. A car loan uses your vehicle. A title loan uses your car title. If you miss payments, the lender can foreclose or repossess.

Fees & Costs

Late Fee — Late Payment Fee

A charge added to your account when you miss a payment deadline. Most credit cards charge $29-$41 per late payment, and many loans have similar penalties.

Why it matters

The fee itself hurts, but the real damage is to your credit score. A payment 30+ days late stays on your credit report for 7 years and can drop your score 60-110 points.

Example

Your credit card payment of $150 is due March 1. You pay on March 18. The bank charges a $39 late fee. If it's 30+ days late, it gets reported to credit bureaus and your 760 score drops to 670.

NSF Fee — Non-Sufficient Funds Fee

A fee your bank charges when a payment bounces because there isn't enough money in your account. Also called a 'bounced check fee' or 'returned payment fee.'

Why it matters

NSF fees hit you twice — your bank charges you AND the company you were trying to pay may charge their own returned payment fee. That's $50-70 for one missed payment.

Example

Your auto-pay tries to pull $350 for rent, but you only have $280 in checking. Your bank charges $35 NSF fee. Your landlord charges $25 returned payment fee. Total damage: $60 in fees.

Legal Terms

Usury — Usury (Illegal Interest)

The practice of charging interest rates higher than what the law allows. Usury laws set state-specific caps on how much lenders can charge.

Why it matters

If a lender charges usurious rates, the loan may be void, penalties can be reduced, or you may be entitled to damages. Know your state's limits.

Example

Your state caps consumer loans at 24% APR. An online lender charges you 36%. That loan may be unenforceable, and you may only be required to repay the principal — no interest or fees.

Credit Cards

Cash Advance — Credit Card Cash Advance

Using your credit card to get cash from an ATM or bank. It's one of the most expensive ways to borrow — higher interest rate, immediate interest accrual (no grace period), and an upfront fee.

Why it matters

Cash advances are a repeat-borrowing risk: 25-30% APR with no grace period plus a 3-5% fee. Interest starts the second you withdraw, not at the end of the billing cycle.

Example

You take a $500 cash advance. Fee: $25 (5%). Interest: 28% APR starting immediately. After 30 days, you owe $536.67. After 6 months of minimum payments, you've paid $85 in interest on $500.

Want to learn more? Read our Financial Wellness Guides for in-depth explanations and practical advice.

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