Financial Literacy Articles

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  • Small Home Improvement Projects That Have the Greatest Resale Value

    As a homeowner, you know that your dwelling isn’t just a roof over your head—it’s a major investment. If you’re beginning to think about selling your home, now is…

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  • WaterStone Bank CFO Mark Gerke Promoted to Executive Vice President

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – 1/27/2020 – WaterStone Bank has promoted its chief financial officer, Mark R. Gerke, to executive vice president of the bank. Gerke continues in his position as CFO…

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  • Easy Ways to Stretch Your Budget

    Stuck in a budget rut? We understand. It can be a challenge to grow your budget while paying fixed expenses like rent or mortgage, auto loans, groceries and other…

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  • Waterstone Financial, Inc. Announces Results of Operations for the Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2019

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – 1/30/2020 – Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF), holding company for WaterStone Bank, reported net income of $8.8 million, or $0.34 per diluted share for the quarter…

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  • Committed to its Community, WaterStone Bank Donates to Over 240 Nonprofits in 2019

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – 1/6/2020 – WaterStone Bank shared today that the WaterStone Bank Foundation donated more than $800,000 to over 240 local nonprofits in 2019. The Bank focuses its…

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  • Certificate of Deposit Accounts: Invest High with Low Risk

    When it comes to investing, sometimes it’s good to find a middle ground. Perhaps you’re looking for a way to earn interest on your savings, but you don’t want…

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  • Waterstone Financial Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend

    Wauwatosa, Wis. — 12/18/2019  —  On December 18, 2019, the Board of Directors of Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.12 per common share, payable…

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  • WaterStone Bank’s New Oak Creek Branch Opens

    ​​Wauwatosa, Wis. — 12/16/2019 — WaterStone Bank announced today that its 13th branch, located at 8780 S. Howell Ave. in Oak Creek, is now open for business. The full-service…

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  • Mobile Wallets are Phasing Out Debit Cards

    For years, our smart phones have been more than just phones. We rely on them to take photos, check email and track our fitness. Now, you can use your…

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  • 4 Tips for Budgeting During the Holidays

    Between gift-giving, traveling and hosting, the most wonderful time of the year is also one of the most expensive. During the holidays, it’s also dangerously easy to throw caution…

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  • 3 Tips to Save Money on Holiday Travel

    Ah, the holidays. It can be the most joyful—and sometimes the most stressful—time of the year. For many of us, the holiday season means a busy social calendar, long…

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  • WaterStone Bank Features Veteran-serving Nonprofits in Honor of Veterans Day

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – 11/1/2019 – In honor of Veterans Day on November 11, WaterStone Bank will be partnering with 12 different veteran-serving organizations to honor the veteran community. Each…

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  • Waterstone Financial, Inc. Announces Results of Operations for the Quarter and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019

    WAUWATOSA, WI – 10/23/2019 – Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF), holding company for WaterStone Bank, reported net income of $10.9 million, or $0.42 per diluted share for the quarter…

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  • Should You Repair or Replace Your Car?

    If your car keeps making that rattling noise that just won’t quit, you might be wondering: Should you pony up and pay for the repairs? Or are you better…

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  • Waterstone Financial Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend

    Wauwatosa, Wis. —09/17/2019  —  On September 17, 2019, the Board of Directors of Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.12 per common share, payable on November…

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  • WaterStone Bank’s New West Allis Branch Opens

    Wauwatosa, Wis. — 9/16/2019 — WaterStone Bank announced today that its 12th branch, located at 10296 W. National Ave. in West Allis, is now open for business. The full-service bank will…

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  • Improving Your Credit Score

    Your credit score is one of the most important parts of your overall financial picture. A high FICO credit score can open doors: It makes it easier to attain…

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  • WaterStone Bank Announces New Community Presidents

    Wauwatosa, Wis. — 9/26/2019 — WaterStone Bank has hired three new community presidents. Curtis L. Schmitt Jr. now serves as community president of the bank’s West Allis branch (10101 W. Greenfield…

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  • How to Start Food Budgeting

    If you have a taste for the finer foods in life, you already know that managing the cost of groceries can be tough. But food expenses don’t have to…

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  • Important Financial Lessons for Young Adults

    When your young adult leaves the nest and heads to college, they are embarking on an exciting, independent next chapter in life. But are they ready to face a…

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  • Starting Kids Young with Personal Finance

    Every parent wants their child to grow up into a financially savvy adult. But for young kids, money can seem abstract and a little boring—especially when they’re used to…

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  • Parting Ways with Your Bank

    Your relationship with your bank isn’t so different from the other relationships in your life—and despite our best efforts, some relationships must ultimately come to an end. A break-up…

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  • Comparing Financial Institutions

    There are countless banks and financial institutions vying for your business every day. But how do you determine which type of bank is the best fit for your needs…

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  • Setting Goals for a Strong Financial Future

    It’s not an easy process and may include outcomes that evolve over time, but defining your goals early can help you achieve sustained financial success. Below are some common…

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