Machias Savings Bank

by Staff Pioneer Times
15 years ago

    Experienced people providing exceptional customer service describes the Houlton branch of Machias  Savings Bank. The Houlton staff represents more than 130 years of banking experience. Each employee’s focus is excellent customer service.
    In October 2007, the Federal Deposit  Insurance Corporation (FDIC) ranked the Houlton branch of Machias Savings Bank as having the largest deposit base, of nearly $45 million on deposit, in Houlton compared to all FDIC insured institutions in town.
    This accomplishment clearly demonstrates an exceptionally high level of customer satisfaction and customer loyalty to Machias Savings Bank’s products and services.
    Machias Savings Bank is committed to the economic, social and cultural well being of the communities the bank serves.
    “Machias Savings Bank is a true community bank,” said Jacqueline Jones, vice president and manager of the Houlton branch. “We make it a priority to invest in our communities through charitable donations and sponsorship to Houlton organizations such as the Rotary Club, Southern Aroostook Development Corporation, Junior Achievement, Houlton Area Little League, Project Graduation and Houlton Community Arts Center. We also offer high school scholarships to our area seniors.”
    Machias Savings Bank recently launched a new eco-friendly checking account. Known as the Ultimate Green Checking account, it is aimed at eliminating paper, while rewarding the customer for making environmentally friendly choices. It features a monthly electronic statement, free MSB On-line banking and Bill Pay service, nationwide surcharge-free ATM access, and a higher interest rate.
    Machias Savings Bank offers other personal and business banking products such as checking accounts, savings accounts, certificates of deposit (cds), retirement accounts, and VISA credit cards, along with personal and business loans. Other services offered are online banking, telephone banking, Bill Pay (on-line bill payments), safe deposit boxes, savings bonds and more.
    The Houlton branch lobby is open Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The drive-up is open Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sat., 9 a.m.-12 p.m. For information call 532-7996; (866)416-9302, or visit www.MachiasSavings.com.