Money—More of a Concept than You Might Realize

When Banks Fail
According to the FDIC and other sources, the number of bank failures now exceeds 100. The latest closures included four small- and medium-sized banks in Florida and Georgia: Partners Bank and Hillcrest Bank, both of Naples, FL; Flagship National Bank, Bradenton, FL; and American United Bank, Lawrenceville, GA. [...]

Bank closings are slowing, despite the fact that more banks are in trouble than ever. The FDIC hopes to instill consumers with confidence. (Photo: flickr.com)