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Banks and Other Financial Institutions
Chapter 17-1
A bank is business just like a store or factory
Sells services such as checking, and payment accounts, savings accounts, loans, and investments.
Banks are regulated more strictly than most other businesses.
The Banking System
Banks for banks Supervises and regulates member banks Helps banks serve the public efficiently US divided into 12 Federal Reserve districts
Federal Reserve System
Holding of reserves Clearing checks in different cities
Federal Reserve Activities
Deposits do not remain idle in banks. When you deposit money in the bank, you
are helping to create jobs and economic growth.
Banking and the Economy
Accept deposits from people and businesses and use them to finance their business.
Commercial Banks – wide range of services
Savings & Loans – savings and loans for home mortgages
Mutual savings banks – owned and operated for the benefit of its depositors.
Credit Unions – user-owned, not-for-profit, cooperative financial institution.
Deposit Institutions
Do not take or hold deposits Life Insurance Company Investment Companies Consumer Finance Companies Mortgage Companies Check-Cashing outlets Pawnshops
Non-Deposit Financial Institutions
Services Safety – FDIC Convenience Fees and Charges Restrictions
Selecting a Financial Institution