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Banks and Banking

Chex Systems Consumer Assistance

This is ChexSystems Inc.'s site. This company reports bad checks, overdrawn accounts and other negative information to financial institutions which may then prevent you from getting a bank account. This is the Reporting Agency of the banking world and they offer information about identity theft and steps you can take with them. See their Frequently Asked Questions for help.

Website: chexsystems.com

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

Bank information and consumer rights

Phone: 877-275-3342
Website: fdic.gov

Federal Reserve

Consumer education and information. Information about checking accounts, bank complaints and more. Available in Spanish.

Website: federalreserve.gov

National Credit Union Administration

National Credit Union Administration offers free information on a variety of financial topics under it’s "Consumer Resources" heading.

Website: ncua.gov

TreasuryDirect

Buying U.S. Treasury bonds online

Website: savingsbonds.gov