Financial Literacy Articles

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  • A Guide to Responsible Investing: How to Build Wealth While Considering ESG Factors

    When investing, it’s important to assemble a diverse portfolio to help build your wealth. One option to consider is ESG (environmental, social and governance) investing, also called responsible or…

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  • Spring Showers: Building Your Rainy Day Fund

    Setting aside a rainy day fund, also called an emergency or contingency fund, is important for any solid financial plan. Think of this part of your personal budget as…

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  • Waterstone Financial, Inc. Announces Results of Operations for the Quarter Ended March 31, 2024

    Wauwatosa, WI – 4/30/2024 – Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF), holding company for WaterStone Bank, reported net income of $3.0 million, or $0.16 per diluted share, for the quarter ended…

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  • WaterStone Bank Announces Promotion of Jennifer Litkowiec to Business Development Officer

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – April 29, 2024 – WaterStone Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Jennifer Litkowiec to the position of Business Development Officer. Jennifer Litkowiec Jennifer joined WaterStone…

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  • Waterstone Financial, Inc. Announces Expansion of Share Repurchase Program

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – 4/23/2024 – Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF) (the “Company”) announced that on April 23, 2024, its Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to an…

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  • Understanding 2023 Tax Brackets

    As tax day approaches, it’s important to understand the different tax brackets and what that means for you. Your tax rate is determined by your taxable income and filing…

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  • Waterstone Financial Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend on March 22, 2024

    Wauwatosa, Wis. — 12/19/2024 — On March 21, 2024, the Board of Directors of Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF) declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common…

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  • Beef Up Your Bookshelf with These Bestsellers on Finance

    Welcome to the world of financial literacy, where the right information can transform your relationship with money and set you on the path to success. In this blog post,…

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  • Smart Money Goals Part 2: Five Strategies for Building Wealth

    One goal that resonates with many Americans is becoming wealthy, although that means different things to different people—for some, it’s comfort and security, for others lottery-winner-level luxury. Get-rich-quick scenarios…

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  • FAFSA: Mastering Student Financial Aid

    From essays to applications, there is a lot that goes into preparing for college. Chief among them is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, form. It’s…

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  • Waterstone Financial, Inc. Announces Results of Operations for the Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2023

    Wauwatosa, WI – 1/30/2024 – Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF), holding company for WaterStone Bank, reported a net loss of $40,000, or less than $0.01 per diluted share, for the…

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  • Smart Money Goals Part 1: Five Steps You Can Take Right Now

    The journey to financial well-being begins with setting clear, attainable goals. These objectives will not only provide a roadmap for financial success but are also the building blocks for…

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  • Waterstone Financial Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend on December 21, 2023

    Wauwatosa, Wis. — 12/21/2023 — On December 21, 2023, the Board of Directors of Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF) declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common share.…

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  • Delving into Tax Deductions

    Ready or not, April 15 is coming! Whether you work with an accountant or do your taxes yourself, understanding the ins and outs can be a minefield Understanding tax…

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  • Making a List and Checking it Twice: Year-End Finances

    For many people, December is a time of reflection to look back on the past year and make plans for the new year ahead. Many people also resolve to…

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  • Decoding Retail Strategies: How Stores Influence Increased Spending

    The holiday shopping season has arrived, and with it an enticing array of discounts, sales, and specials. Everybody loves a good deal, but how can you be sure you’re…

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  • Top Tips for Festive Feasting

    The holidays are here, and with them come tighter belts and tighter budgets. But that doesn’t mean you can’t eat like kings and queens this Thanksgiving! We’ve rounded up…

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  • Marlene Molter Named Inclusive Influencer by Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – November 2, 2023 – WaterStone Bank is proud to announce that Marlene Molter, Senior Vice President of Human Resources, has been named an Inclusive Influencer by…

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  • Get the Most Out of Your Home Improvement Project with a Home Equity Line of Credit

    Temperatures are dropping, leaves are falling and everybody’s favorite autumn beverage—pumpkin spice—is back. As we begin to spend more time indoors, it’s a great time to think about renovations…

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  • Waterstone Financial, Inc. Announces Results of Operations for the Quarter and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023

    Wauwatosa, WI – 10/24/2023 – Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF), holding company for WaterStone Bank, reported net income of $3.3 million, or $0.16 per diluted share for the quarter ended…

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  • New Community President Joshua Braun

    ​​ Wauwatosa, Wis. – 10/16/2023 – WaterStone Bank is pleased to introduce its new Community President, bringing fresh leadership to the branch on State Street in Wauwatosa. Joshua Braun…

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  • Waterstone Financial Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend on September 26, 2023

    Wauwatosa, Wis. — 09/26/2023 — Waterstone Financial, Inc. (Waterstone) today announced a strategic decision to reduce its dividend payout as part of a broader initiative to optimize capital allocation. This…

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  • Holiday Budget Hacks

    The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year. From decorating your home and scoring that elusive toy atop your kids’ list, to baking cookies and partying…

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  • Choosing a Mortgage That’s Right for You

    Buying a home is a huge undertaking. There are so many things to consider, from budget to square footage, school district to number of bedrooms. But there’s one thing…

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