While the big national banks have definitely made their presence known in Santa Fe, it's nice to do business with a local bank. I know my banker, as well as the tellers, and now I have to say that it makes my day to go downtown to the renovated main office. The old John Gaw Meem art-deco touches, the light, all make me feel good! It makes sense to spend a little attention on the aesthetics in a place like Santa Fe. And, at least in my case, it pays, too!
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