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The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) would like to remind financial institutions of the availability of its brochure Insured or Not Insured-A Guide to What Is and Is Not Protected by FDIC Insurance. The brochure clearly describes which bank and thrift products are-and are NOT-insured. A sample copy is attached. The brochure explains the term "mutual fund" and advises purchasers to obtain definitive information before investing. It also clearly states that mutual funds are not deposits and, therefore, are not insured by the FDIC or any federal agency. The brochure explains the difference between FDIC deposit insurance and insurance from other sources that may be available on certain other bank products. The brochure includes a discussion of the insurance aspects of Treasury securities, safe deposit boxes and robberies. Institutions that sell nondeposit products either directly or through a third party are strongly urged to provide this brochure to anyone who inquires about or purchases such products. The brochure will help to eliminate customer confusion about whether or not a product is insured. Institutions may order copies of the brochure (free of charge) until the present supply is depleted. To order, write to: FDIC Include the name and address to whom copies are to be sent and the name and telephone number of a contact person. For further information about ordering the brochure, please call Manual Alston at the FDIC's Warehouse on (703) 516-5660.
Attachment: The brochure is available on the FDIC's Web site at: /consumers/consumer/information/fdiciorn.html Distribution: All Insured Banks and Savings Associations NOTE: Paper copies of FDIC financial institution letters may be obtained through the FDIC's Public Information Center, 801 17th Street, N.W., Room 100, Washington, D.C. 20434 (800-276-6003 or (703) 562-2200).
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Last Updated 07/17/1999 | communications@fdic.gov |