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Celebrating 20 years of growth, leadership, and innovation with Charissa Martin at Waterstone Mortgage.
Life at WMC
Celebrating 20 Years of Growth, Leadership, and Innovation with Charissa Martin
Over two decades, Charissa Martin has helped shape Waterstone Mortgage’s growth while building a career rooted in leadership, innovation, and meaningful relationships.
May 29, 2026
Charissa Martin 20-Year Anniversary Waterstone Mortgage
Life at WMC
Celebrating 20 Years of Growth, Leadership, and Innovation with Charissa Martin
May 29, 2026
Home Inspections What to Expect
Mortgage Basics
Home Inspections: What to Expect When Buying a Home
May 28, 2026
How to Close on Time
Mortgage Basics
How to Close Your Home Loan on Time
May 26, 2026
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In the News
Celebrating Our Recent Industry Awards
May 21, 2026
Retirement Homeownership Solutions
Mortgage Basics
Home Financing Options for Baby Boomers & Retirees
May 21, 2026
Rent Out House Instead of Selling
Mortgage Basics
Unexpected Rental: Could Renting Out Your Home Be the Right Strategy?
May 14, 2026
National Veteran Resources
Home Life
National Resources for Veterans
May 13, 2026
Presidents Club 2026
Life at WMC
President’s Club 2026: Celebrating Excellence Across Waterstone Mortgage
May 13, 2026
FOMC Meeting April 2026
Market and Industry
Fed Holds Rates Steady: What It Means for Mortgage Rates and Homebuyers in 2026
April 29, 2026
Mortgage For Deaf Homebuyers
Market and Industry
Signing Home Loans: Breaking Barriers in Homeownership
April 28, 2026
Stylish Tile Floors for Your New Home
Home Life
Stylish Tile Floors for Your New Home
April 21, 2026
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Life at WMC
Waterstone Mortgage Welcomes Jeremy Moreithi
April 15, 2026
Realtor Client Follow-Up Tips
Agent Resources
Realtor Follow-Up Tips to Win Clients
April 14, 2026
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Agent Resources
Home Sale Preparation Checklist for Realtors
April 08, 2026
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In the News
Waterstone Mortgage Loan Originators Named as Scotsman Guide Top Originators for 2026
April 01, 2026
Home Appraisal Basics
Mortgage Basics
Home Appraisals: What to Expect & How to Prepare
March 31, 2026
How to Spend Tax Refund
Home Life
How to Spend Your Tax Refund
March 23, 2026
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Home Life
The Ultimate Spring-Cleaning Checklist for Busy Homeowners
March 10, 2026
Cash-Out Refinance Student Loans
Mortgage Basics
Cash Out Refinance to Pay Off Student Loan Debt
March 08, 2026
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Market and Industry
Trigger Leads & Your Homebuying Experience
March 06, 2026
Realtor Personal Brand
Agent Resources
Realtor Branding: 5 Steps to Grow Your Business
March 06, 2026
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Life at WMC
Sue Leydig Named 2026 Kim Newby Heart of a Champion Award Winner
February 12, 2026
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Life at WMC
Waterstone Mortgage Celebrates Home Office Promotions
February 11, 2026
Wealth Building Loan No Down Payment
Mortgage Basics
The No-Down-Payment Wealth Building Loan
February 05, 2026
FOMC January 2026 No Change
Market and Industry
No Rate Change from Fed as Officials Signal Extended Pause
January 28, 2026
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Life at WMC
Our Year in Review: 2025
January 20, 2026
Presidents Club 2025
Life at WMC
Introducing Our 2025 President's Club
January 16, 2026
How our Net Promoter Score makes us a world-class lender
Life at WMC
How our Net Promoter Score makes us a "world-class" lender
January 15, 2026