She notes that the lighthearted approach comes as money worries mount, but says the message of no-fee ATM use at any bank and free checking "provide value." Indeed, an economic downturn can be a good time for bank advertising, says Barbara Sullivan, a marketing consultant for financial companies: "People still need financial services. For smart marketers, this is a great opportunity."
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