I've maintained a banking relationship with Fifth Third Bank in Three Rivers Michigan since they acquired my previous bank, Old Kent bank, in 1988. I've financed multiple cars, homes and properties throughout this relationship and maintained good standing and positive credit history over decades, and throughout this entire relationship. Recently I tried to refinance one of my properties and encountered a very negative experience that must be shared as a horrible example of effective customer care, service and retention. I believe it is driven by race and I feel this interaction is discriminatory in nature. I was denied a refinance despite my positive banking history and excellent credit rating. I was also spoken to in a condescending and disrespectful manner by the loan agent. As a Black man who has been a pillar of his community for decades, I am upset and disgusted by this situation/behavior. I wholeheartedly denounce how my business has been handled as a longtime, loyal and credit-worthy customer. Fifth Third Bank needs to reassess their approach to customer care and service in this community! read more