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Restrictions on Cash and Due From Banks | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2012
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Restrictions on cash and due from banks | Note 2. Restrictions on Cash and Due From Banks At December 31, 2012 and 2011, the Company was required to maintain $25,000 in the Federal Reserve Bank for clearing purposes for its transaction accounts and non-personal time deposits.

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