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The FDIC will gladly answer your questions. Our response time averages 10 business day depending on topic and complexity.
You may get an answer more quickly from the links below.

Where is FDIC information about obtaining a lien release?
http://www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/information/lien/
Where are frequently asked questions & answers on deposit insurance?
https://www.fdic.gov/deposit/
http://www.fdic.gov/deposit/difaq.html
How do I get help with a specific deposit insurance question?
https://ask.fdic.gov/fdicinformationandsupportcenter/s/
How do I get the FDIC to help resolve a complaint?
https://ask.fdic.gov/fdicinformationandsupportcenter/s/
What happens when a bank fails? - Facts for depositors, creditors, and borrowers.
http://www.fdic.gov/consumers/banking/facts/index.html
Where are frequently asked questions & answers on bank data and industry analysis?
http://www.fdic.gov/bank/iafaq.html
Where can I find answers to other commonly asked questions?
https://ask.fdic.gov/fdicinformationandsupportcenter/s/public-information

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The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) preserves and promotes and thrift institutions for at least $250,000; by identifying, monitoring and addressing risks to the deposit insurance funds; and by limiting the effect on the economy and the financial system when a bank or thrift institution fails. You can learn more about the FDIC’s role as a public symbol of confidence.
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