Federal Deposit Insurance (FDIC) that protects the insured flask Deposits, may face changes. According to CNNAt the end of 2024, the then President-called Allies of Donald Trump spoke of the potential dismantling of the FDIC and the position of the US Treasury in charge of deposits.
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NPR He stated that the 2025 project demanded the merger of FDIC and other banking regulators and, as a result of the extended federal missiles of Trump employees, about 170 FDIC test staff were released at the end of February. FDIC canceled more than 200 job offers to the new examiners and about 500 accepted the deferred resignation letter Trump Administration.
All these shifts indicate that other changes could be given to FDIC for FDIC, which has made many Americans feel upset about the security of their bank accounts. If there are other changes, knowing what actions can do Will help you protect your money.
Cory Frank, a certified financial advisor (CFA), co -founder and CEO Financial roboraHe explained that the FDIC provides deposits of up to $ 250,000 for a depositor, account category, a bank in membership banks. This insurance helps to protect customers in the event of a bank failure, building public confidence in the banking system and reducing the chances of bank run.
“FDIC is supervised and examined by financial institutions about the safety, reliability and compliance with the consumer protection laws,” Frank said.
It proceeds to manage the closure of unsuccessful banks, paying deposits of insured and liquidation of assets, minimizing disruption and cost of financial system. In addition, FDIC enforces consumer protection laws and monitors economic and financial risks that could endanger the banking system.
“If any of these functions were completely excluded, there could be a gap in the financial system that could be harmful to the bank's customers and the financial system as a whole,” Frank explained.
“The most visible negative impact would be if the bank deposits were completely removed. In this scenario, approximately $ 10.7 trillion would have become uninsured, which significantly increases the risk to customers and banks.”
However, this does not mean that FDIC will necessarily be eliminated or completely changed. According to Frank, the dramatic change in FDIC would be a legal battle uphill. Insurance coverage provided by FDIC could also be potentially moved to the cash register, while still working properly, he added.
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If FDIC has been changed or excluded, it does not mean that your money is not protected. According to Dennis Shirshikov, many banks use risk management strategies to further protection of customer funds in addition to FDIC insurance provided.
Shirshikov has extensive experience in financial risk modeling and asset protection strategy as an education leader Fullmind Learning And as a professor of finance at the Municipal University of New York. He explained that many banks protect customers' money by maintaining healthy capital reserves, properly diversify their portfolios of assets and follow strict regulatory rules.
“When choosing a bank, individuals should look for institutions marked by transparent financial practices, robust history of stability and clear risk management policy,” he advised.
News of Trump's potential changes in FDIC generated a lot of anxiety, but Shirshikov emphasized the importance of not being received.
“It is only a fear of a quick decision not something that individuals should do because it creates a cascade effect that can cause a banking run, which can then affect the financial stability of the whole system,” he said.
Instead, Shirshikov recommended that consumers follow and expect, consult with financial advisors and confirmed the reliability of their bank by reviewing their public reports and regulatory evaluation.
The Council for Federal Financial Institutions Examination (FFIEC) It maintains the database of regulatory ratings of financial institutions under the supervision of the Federal Reserve, the Office of the Currency Limits, FDIC and the Savings Supervision Office. The evaluation is updated quarterly.
According to Frank, the credit union does not necessarily have to be a safer place for your money. He explained that the federally insured credit unions relate to the National Credit Union (NCUSIF) Fund.
NCUSIF is controlled by the National Administration (NCUA), a federal agency. Although the structure of the deposits is slightly different from bank deposits, insurance protects Credit Union deposits in a way that protects banks: up to $ 250,000 per member, ownership category, to a cooperative credit union.
“If FDIC insurance was removed, while NCUSIF coverage remained unaffected, credit unions would be theoretically safer than banks,” Frank explained. “The probability of being eliminated by FDIC insurance is extremely low. I would also consider larger banks safer than smaller banks, because with their financial performance and balance sheet, there is greater clarity.”
Shirshikov has repeated this sentiment and emphasized the fact that small banks can provide great services and deep local knowledge, but large banks have diversified portfolios and are under more regulatory control. Finally, the security of a small bank or a credit union is determined by whether it has strong financial warranties and procedures of management.
Frank believes there is less than 1% chance that the federal government will reduce FDIC insurance.
“The US government would be fired in the foot with the potential to cause major banks' failure and loss of confidence in the entire banking system if it reduces deposits to zero,” he said.
However, there are strategic ways to maximize the security of your money. SHIRSHIKOV rather than moving all his money to a bank that you think is safe, he suggested individuals to diversify his accounts through various institutions. If you have more than $ 250,000 on your account, transfer some money to another institution so that no account exceeds the FDIC or NCUSIF coverage limits.
“Regular checks on banks' reports and remain tuned to alternative financial instruments such as funds of money market or short -term government securities and even private deposit insurance can be other ways to strengthen and protect your financial security network,” Shirshikov said.
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