What are the options for banking without using banks? and Washington's Oldest Bank

What are the options for banking without using banks?

I don't like it that banks get my money and make income off of it. I am looking for options where I get the security of banks without actually using a bank. Anyone has any idea on the options available?
Thanks KS and Don. Great feedback.

As for Caveat, a simple answer such as "I don't know" would have sufficed.


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i switched and am SOOOO glad!

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Washington's Oldest Bank


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Constructed in 1926, the National Bank of Washington Building is one of only 15 properties in DC with a historic interior designation. In 2000 the building was purchased with funds from wealthy donors for use as a museum and memorial to the Armenian Genocide. However, disputes between the donors led to legal disputes that have delayed the completion of the museum for over a decade.

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