Recent Developments

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	Current FAQ: Why does the Federal Reserve lend money to banks? The Federal Reserve lends to banks and other depository institutions--so-called "discount window lending"--to address temporary problems they may have in obtaining funding.
	What You Need To Know: Independent Foreclosure Review If you had a mortgage loan on your primary residence and believe you were financially harmed during the mortgage foreclosure process by any of several servicers in 2009 or 2010, you can request an independent review and potentially receive compensation. New video explaining how borrowers can apply for a free, independent foreclosure file review
	The Federal Reserve and the Financial Crisis Watch the video of Chairman Ben S. Bernanke delivering a four-part lecture series about the Federal Reserve and the financial crisis.
	Credit and Liquidity Programs and the Balance Sheet Expands information provided about the policy tools the Federal Reserve has employed to address the financial crisis. Includes a detailed explanation of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet, discussion of Federal Reserve risk-management practices, and information on the types and amounts of collateral being pledged at various lending facilities.