Banking

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Money & Debt

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Banking

Learn about banking in Illinois, including opening an account, fees, interest, accessing money, and avoiding scams.

Banking basics
Learn about bank and credit union accounts, including getting information about terms and fees.
Intro
Bank accounts
Find out more about bank accounts, including how to make sense of risks and benefits, fees, and interest rates.
FAQ
Opening a bank account
Discover what to expect when opening a bank account, from providing identification to picking the right product.
FAQ
Stopping automatic withdrawals from a bank account
If someone is making unauthorized automatic withdrawals from your bank, tell your bank to stop. If they won't, close your account, and complain to the FDIC.
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