Third Federal Rated Superior by Bauer Financial

Third Federal is again being (Nasdaq: TFSL) recognized as a 5-star (superior) financial institution by Bauer Financial. Third Federal has been rated superior every quarter since Bauer Financial began rating financial institutions in 1988.

The rating is based on information for the quarter ended September 30, 2015.

Independent agency Bauer Financial reports data on banks and financial institutions, ranking them quarterly on specific criteria for safety and soundness. No institution can pay to be on the list, nor excluded from it.

“The support of our associates, customers, stockholders and the communities we serve continue to make this distinction possible,” said Marc A. Stefanski, chairman and CEO of Third Federal.” Being named superior by Bauer (Financial) is always great honor for us, and one we never take for granted.”

Third Federal Savings and Loan is a leading provider of savings and mortgage products, and operates under the values of love, trust, respect, a commitment to excellence and fun. Founded in Cleveland in 1938 as a mutual association by Ben and Gerome Stefanski, our mission is to help people achieve the dream of home ownership and financial security. We became part of a public company in 2007 and celebrated our 75th anniversary in 2013. Third Federal, which lends in 21 states and the District of Columbia, is dedicated to serving consumers with competitive rates and outstanding service. Third Federal has 21 full service branches in Northeast Ohio, eight lending offices in Central and Southern Ohio, and 17 full service branches throughout Florida. As of September 30, 2015, the assets of Third Federal Savings and Loan totaled $12.3 billion. For more information about Third Federal, visit us at thirdfederal.com.

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