Financial Literacy Articles

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  • WaterStone Bank Announces Two Promotions

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – 3/9/2021 – WaterStone Bank has announced two promotions within its retail banking department. Wendy Rice has been promoted to vice president, retail support. Rice will oversee the bank’s…

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  • WaterStone Bank Announces Plan to Reopen Branch Lobbies March 1

    WAUWATOSA, Wis. – 2/26/21 – WaterStone Bank announced today that it will reopen the lobbies at all 14 of its branches starting Monday, March 1, 2021. Policies will be implemented…

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  • What is the Difference Between Fixed and ARM Mortgages?

    If you’re considering purchasing a home, it’s important to compare your mortgage options. But it’s not just a matter of which loan offers the best rate—you also need to…

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  • Last Chance to Nominate a Nonprofit for WaterStone Bank’s 100th Anniversary Giving Campaign

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – 2/22/21 – The nomination period for WaterStone Bank’s 100th Anniversary Giving Campaign will conclude on Sunday, February 28. Individuals still have time to nominate their favorite…

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  • Why Record Keeping is Still Important

    Bank statements, tax documents and other financial records can quickly pile up, whether you receive paper statements or you store your documents electronically. At some point, you might wonder…

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  • WaterStone Bank Announces New Community President

    WAUWATOSA, Wis. – 2/11/2021 – WaterStone Bank has hired a new community president at its Greenfield/Loomis Rd. branch location. Stacy Eggerson has been appointed as community president of WaterStone…

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  • Waterstone Financial Announces Election of New Board Member Derek L. Tyus

    WAUWATOSA, Wis. – 2/10/2021 – Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF) announced today that on February 8, 2021, its Board of Directors elected Derek L. Tyus to serve on the Board…

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  • Waterstone Financial, Inc. Announces Results of Operations for the Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2020

    WAUWATOSA, Wis. – 01/28/2021 – Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF), holding company for WaterStone Bank, reported net income of $27.8 million, or $1.17 per diluted share for the quarter…

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  • WaterStone Bank Announces 100 Year Anniversary Giving Campaign, Seeks Nonprofit Nominations from Community

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – 1/14/21 – WaterStone Bank announced that it will donate a total of $100,000 back into the local community this year as part of its 100 Year…

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  • Maintaining Your Fitness on a Budget

    Physical fitness is key to living a happy, healthy life. Beyond maintaining a healthy weight, staying active can also help ward off depression and anxiety and lead to better sleep.…

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  • WaterStone Bank to Close Branches in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

    ​Wauwatosa, Wis. – 1/7/2021 – WaterStone Bank announced today that all branches and offices will be closed on Monday, January 18, 2021 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.…

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  • Benefits of Health Savings Accounts

    High-deductible health plans (HDHP) plans are increasingly common. Enrollment in these insurance plans has surged over the last decade, which means more people than ever are eligible to open a…

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  • Detoxify Your Spending

    Looking for a fresh financial start this year? By making mindful changes, you can detox your spending habits and set yourself up for financial success.Here are a few ways…

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  • WaterStone Bank Announces Community Presidents at Pewaukee, Waukesha Branches

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – 12/22/2020 – WaterStone Bank has announced new community presidents at two of its branch locations. Cassandra Robel now serves as community president of the bank’s Pewaukee branch…

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  • Waterstone Financial Declares First Quarter 2021 Dividend; Board Approves 66% Payment Increase

    Wauwatosa, Wis. — 12/17/2020 — On December 17, 2020, the Board of Directors of Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF) declared a first quarter 2021 dividend of $0.20 per common share,…

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  • Teaching Children the Importance of Credit

    One parenting lesson that’s easy to overlook—but just as valuable as the rest—is the importance of credit. Parents can influence kids’ relationships with money and credit from an early…

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  • WaterStone Bank Announces Two New Community Presidents

    WAUWATOSA, Wis. – 11/30/2020 – WaterStone Bank announced today the addition of two new community presidents at its Milwaukee/Oklahoma Ave. branch and West Allis/National Ave. branch. Demetrius Nash has been…

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  • Smart Home Tech: Should You Join the Movement?

    From Alexa to Siri and the Nest to the Ring, we’re living in the age of smart home technology. Everything from your thermostat to your light switches can be…

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  • WaterStone Bank Promotes Ryan J. Gordon to Senior Vice President

    ​​ WAUWATOSA, Wis. – 11/20/2020 – WaterStone Bank announced today the promotion of one of its officers, Ryan J. Gordon, to senior vice president, chief credit officer. “Ryan has…

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  • Waterstone Financial Declares Special Dividend

    Wauwatosa, Wis. — 11/19/2020 — On November 17, 2020 the Board of Directors of Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF) declared a special dividend of $0.30 per common share. “This special…

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  • Holiday Budget Ideas

    As the holidays approach, it can be hard to shop for everyone on your list while staying on a tight budget. If you want to make the most of…

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  • WaterStone Bank to Temporarily Close Lobby Access in all Branches

    Wauwatosa, Wis. – 11/10/2020 – WaterStone Bank announced today that it will temporarily close lobby access in 13 of its branches effective Wednesday, November 11, 2020 until further notice in…

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  • Waterstone Financial, Inc. Announces Results of Operations for the Quarter and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2020

    WAUWATOSA, Wis. – 10/26/2020 – Waterstone Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBF), holding company for WaterStone Bank, reported net income of $26.3 million, or $1.08 per diluted share for the quarter…

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  • WaterStone Bank Opens New Milwaukee Branch

    ​Wauwatosa, Wis. – 10/19/2020 – WaterStone Bank announced today that its 14th branch, located at 6801 W. Oklahoma Ave. in Milwaukee, is now open for business. As a full-service…

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