(January 16, 2008, Tustin, California) – Cash Plus continued its climb up the Franchise 500 charts as Entrepreneur Magazine listed Cash Plus at No. 278 in its 29th annual rating published in the January 2008 issue. This position is a “highest yet” accomplishment for the provider of convenience financial services to American families. Cash Plus is the only company in its industry to have made this year’s list.

"While Cash Plus is no stranger to the Franchise 500, we’re delighted to have moved up 47 places in the latest list," noted Craig Wells, Cash Plus’ President and CEO. "Climbing to #278 is truly an achievement, particularly when considering the fact that there are upwards of 5,000 franchise companies. That says a lot about the quality of both our franchisees and the business system we’ve developed over the past two decades."

ABOUT CASH PLUS
The Cash Plus retail network currently has more than 80 stores operating in thirteen states. Cash Plus stores offer financial services, including check cashing, payday advances, international wire transfers, money orders, prepaid debit cards and other convenience services. The company revolutionized the industry with their customer-friendly store design and "Kings & Queens" customer service. Stores are independently owned and operated by franchisees who take part in their local communities through such initiatives as the Cashaway Sweepstakes™ and BravoKids®, programs designed to give back to customers and benefit needy children. Franchise options include single unit, multi-unit area development and the new Cash Plus Express™ format.

   Franchises available in most areas. For more information, contact:
   Brooke Blomstrom (bblomstrom@cashplusinc.com) or
   Pam Adamson (padamson@cashplusinc.com)
   Corporate office: 3002 Dow Avenue, Suite 120, Tustin, California 92780
   Tel: 714-731-2274