New Caanan Branch gets (5 stars)
I can't say enough good things about this branch! Agnieszka Maciejewski and her team (New Caanan) do an amazing job. They are polite, helpful, sincere, and truly remind you that this is not Citi or BofA. This is a small, local bank with plenty of branches in Fairfield County to satisfy anyone. If you're looking for top-notch service and a personal touch, this is the place to go.
Overall, this bank (the company) gets (3.5 stars) (the branch gets (5 stars)).
Here's why:
Positives:
They are a small bank, and their decision-makers are responsive and accessible.
Their branches make banking easy, and there are almost never more than 2-3 people in line, except Fridays at lunchtime.
There are no fees for qualified depositors.
Cons:
The bank has its own way of looking at living trusts, which can be restrictive. After a lot of effort from Agnieszka, my wife, and myself, the issue has been resolved.
We still maintain our business account at Chase (which has $5,000 in it).
They pay an interest rate of just .001%, so don't leave money in your interest-bearing checking account.
If you are looking for a local bank with a personal touch, you found it.
PS I will amend my review (if warranted) in 90-days. I am inclined to say that the bank will get regraded to (4 stars) and the branch to (5 stars). read more