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FDIC Consumer News
Important Update: FDIC Insurance Coverage Increased in Late 2008
In the fall of 2008, Congress temporarily increased the basic FDIC insurance coverage limit from $100,000 to $250,000 through December 31, 2009. In addition, the FDIC simplified the rules for the calculation of deposit insurance coverage for revocable trust deposits, including an expanded definition of the "eligible beneficiaries" for additional insurance coverage. As a result, certain previously published information related to FDIC insurance may not reflect the current insurance coverage. For more information, go to www.fdic.gov/deposit/deposits/index.html or call toll-free 1-877-ASK-FDIC (1-877-275-3342) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern Time. For the hearing-impaired, the number is 1-800-925-4618.
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Winter 2005/2006
FDIC Web Presentation: How to Prevent Online ID Theft
With identity theft continuing to be one of the fastest-growing,
most sophisticated crimes in the United States, the FDIC has posted
on its Web site an audio-visual
presentation to help consumers protect against ID theft that originates online.
Entitled "Don't Be an Online Victim," the tutorial explains
how to guard against Internet thieves and electronic scams, including protections
for your computer and what to do if you believe you've been victimized.
To see the program online, go to: www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/guard/index.html.
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