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FDIC Insurance, Explained

Money you keep with BestCitizenBank is protected by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government, up to $250,000 for each depositor.

A $250,000 standard limit

For each depositor, in each account category

Covered automatically

There is nothing to apply for

A U.S. Government agency

Protecting savers since 1933

IntraFi® options

Protection up to $150M

What FDIC Insurance Covers

FDIC insurance covers everyday bank savings products dollar for dollar, up to the federal limit.

What's Covered

Protected up to $250,000 for each depositor

  • Everyday accounts and personal checking
  • Savings accounts
  • Money market savings (MMDAs)
  • Certificates of deposit (CDs)
  • Individual retirement accounts (IRAs)
  • Cashier's checks and official bank checks

What FDIC Doesn't Cover

Investments aren't backed by FDIC

  • Stocks and bonds
  • Mutual funds and index funds
  • Annuities and life insurance policies
  • Municipal bonds
  • What's inside a safe deposit box
  • Cryptocurrency

Common Questions About FDIC Coverage

Straight answers on coverage limits and account categories.

No. Coverage is automatic as soon as you open an account at an FDIC-insured bank such as BestCitizenBank.
Yes. You can stretch your protection further by holding money in different ownership categories, such as joint or trust accounts, or by joining our IntraFi® Network Deposits program to protect up to $150 Million.

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