Department of Financial Institutions

Investor Alert: Beware of Precious Metals Schemes Designed to Drain Retirement Savings

Gov. Evers Proclaims Money Smart Wisconsin Week

Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions Launches New Website

Should State’s Schools Require Financial Literacy Course?

17 states require it. Evers, some Republicans favor it, but won't fully fund it.

Kim Swissdorf Appointed DFI Division of Banking Administrator

Craig Heilman Appointed DFI Division of Corporate and Consumer Services Administrator

Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions Joins $22.5 Million Multistate Securities Settlement Against Crypto Platform Nexo Capital

The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced it has entered into a consent order with Nexo Inc. and Nexo Capital Inc.

After 4 Years, 180 Appointees by Gov. Evers Haven’t Been Confirmed

Republican Senate leaves them in limbo. 'Tell me what I need to do,' Ever says.

Wisconsin’s State-Chartered Banks Report Sound Third-Quarter Financial Performance

Wisconsin’s State-Chartered Credit Unions Report Sound Third-Quarter Financial Performance

Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions Cautions Investors Regarding FTX Bankruptcy Filings and Allegations of Hacks and Scams

Attorney General Kaul Announces $328,000 Settlement with American Tax Solutions

November 22, 2022

Make Holiday Gifting This Year Quick, Easy, & Lasting with Edvest

Edvest Announces New $50 Bonus Promotion, Available from Nov. 14 – Dec. 9, 2022

AG Kaul Announces Lawsuit Against Florida Company for Deceptive Mailers Cheating Over 6,000 Wisconsin Businesses

October 13, 2022

Quiet Race For State Treasurer Is About What The Office Should Actually Be

Winner will replace Democrat Sarah Godlewski, who opted to run for Senate seat instead of re-election.

Saving for College Doesn’t Have to be Scary with Edvest

Edvest Announces New $50 Bonus Promotion, Available from Oct. 10 - 31, 2022

Is An Elections Inspector General Needed?

Wisconsin Elections Commission requests funding for new position and 10 new staff. Why?

Gov. Evers, DFI Announce Collaboration with Financial Fitness Group to Provide New Financial Wellness Program for Wisconsin Residents and Employees

ELEVATE Wisconsin aims to raise awareness of the importance of financial well-being and provide industry-leading financial education

Wauwatosa team wins annual ‘Wisconsin YES!’ youth biz plan contest with sign language app

State Joins Enforcement Action Over Russian NFT Scam in Metaverse

Wisconsin and four other states going after scam perpetrated at a digital casino in the Metaverse.

Five States File Enforcement Actions to Stop Russian Scammers Perpetrating Metaverse Investment Fraud

Gov. Evers, Evers Administration Cabinet Take ‘Cabinet on the Road’ to Western Wisconsin

Gov. Tony Evers, together with members of his cabinet, hosted ‘Cabinet on the Road’ events in Osseo, Altoona, Menomonie, and Eau Claire.

Doug La Follette Faces Primary Challenge for Secretary of State

Alexia Sabor, Chair of Dane County Democratic Party, running for Secretary of State.

Gov. Evers Takes Action on 78 Bills

Asian Market Expansion In Jeopardy

Facing multiple lawsuits and criminal probe of a VP. Plus: All the week's real estate news.

Making child care sustainable

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant will test child care solutions

Michelle Knuese Appointed DFI Division of Corporate and Consumer Services Administrator

Wisconsin’s State-Chartered Credit Unions Report Solid Year-End 2021 Financial Performance

Gov. Evers Honors the 2021 Governor’s Financial Literacy Award Recipients

Awards Recognize Individuals & Organizations for Elevating the Financial Literacy, Capability, and Financial Inclusion of Wisconsin’s Residents

Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions Joins with 31 Other State Securities Regulators and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to Settle with Digital Asset Lending Platform BlockFi for $100 Million for Sales of Unregistered Securities

Gov. Evers Takes Action on 18 Bills

AG Kaul, DFI Partner with CFTC and 26 State Securities Regulators to Stop $68 Million Precious Metals Scheme that Targeted the Elderly

February 1, 2022

DATCP and DFI Host Student Loan Debt Relief Workshop: How to Avoid Scams, Use Free Repayment Tools and Save Money

Joel Brennan Leaving Evers’ Administration To Head GMC

Top-ranking state official will lead Greater Milwaukee Committee.

Wisconsin’s Credit Unions Report Solid Third-Quarter Financial Performance

Edvest College Savings Plan Named a Best in Class 529 Plan by Morningstar

Plan maintains rating from one of America’s leading financial services firms

Wisconsin’s Banks Report Strong Mid-Year Financial Performance

Wisconsin DFI Cautions Investors About Crypto Interest-Bearing Accounts

The Secrets of Mike Huebsch

He’s been a leader in evading and undermining Wisconsin's open records laws.

Wisconsin DFI Sheds Light on Fund Expense Ratios

Gov. Evers Proclaims 529 College Savings Plan Day

Wisconsin’s Credit Unions Report Strong First Quarter Financial Performance

Riverworks Financial Clinic expands to help Milwaukee residents gain financial stability

Public private partnerships spur clinic’s growth to address long and short-term financial needs

Dems Object to GOP Slashing State Budget Provisions

Sen. LaTonya Johnson challenges cuts to Black History Museum.

Wisconsin DFI Issues Social Media and Online Trading Investing Advisory

Wisconsin DFI’s Kim Santos Honored with Top NASCUS Award

Wisconsin DFI Issues ESG Investing Advisory

Wisconsin Money Smart Essay Contest Awards $10,000

Scholarship Program Supported by Financial Industry Promotes Financial Literacy

Take the Challenge: Build Your Financial Security

BBB Wisconsin and Wisconsin DFI Warn Businesses about Misleading Solicitations

Wisconsin’s Banks Report Strong Year-End 2020 Financial Performance

Wisconsin’s Credit Unions Report Solid Year-End 2020 Financial Performance

John Grande Named DFI Division of Banking Administrator

Daycare Owner Buying Lloyd St. Building

Charlotte Randolph has been paying rent to tax-delinquent owner for nine years and will now buy the building.

Work Resuming On Explosion-Damaged River One

The damage will cost millions. The cause of explosion is still under investigation.

DFI Investigation Leads to Investment Fraud Convictions in Brown County

Wisconsin’s State-Chartered Banks Report Stable Third-Quarter Financial Performance

Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions Finalizes Investigation of Mr. Cooper’s Misconduct and Operational Weaknesses

Giving Tuesday Tips from DATCP and DFI

Wisconsin’s Credit Unions Report Solid Third-Quarter Financial Performance

October is National Financial Planning Month: A Perfect Time to Consider Student Loan Borrowing & Repayment Options

Wisconsin DFI, DOJ Join Commodity Futures Trading Commission to Charge Precious Metals Dealers in $185 Million Scheme Targeting Elderly Investors, $2.7 Million from Wisconsinites

Wisconsin, FTC and Federal Law Enforcement Partners Announce Nationwide Crackdown on Phantom and Abusive Debt Collection

September 29, 2020

Lindsay Heights Garden Center Planned

Walnut Way founders Sharon and Larry Adams continue push to improve Lindsay Heights neighborhood.

Southwest Wisconsin Money Smart Essay Contest Awards $5,000

Scholarship Program Promotes Financial Literacy, Supported by Financial Industry

DFI Joins Task Force Cracking Down on COVID-19 Investment Scams

Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Student Debt

Pandemic Compounds Student Debt Crisis

64% of Wisconsin’s 2018 graduates had debt, averaging $31,705 per person.

AG Kaul and DFI Secretary Blumenfeld Warn About, Encourage Reporting of Potential COVID-19 Charity Scams

DFI Issues Emergency Guidance on Character and Fitness Requirements for Payday and Licensed Lenders

AG Kaul Warns Wisconsin Residents of COVID-19 Scams and Price Gouging

Evers Addresses COVID-19 in Wisconsin

Governor declares state of emergency, urges closure of large events.

DFI Reminds Investors to Beware of Con Artists Looking to Profit from Fear and Uncertainty Related to COVID-19

Wisconsin’s State-Chartered Banks Report Strong Fiscal Performance at Year-End 2019

Wisconsinites Encouraged to Build Personal Savings During America Saves Week

Gov. Evers Honors 14 Recipients of the 2019 Governor’s Financial Literacy Award in Capitol Ceremony

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #67 Relating to Creating a Task Force on Student Debt

Gov. Evers Delivers 2020 State of the State Address

Gov. Evers’ remarks as prepared for delivery.

Representative Lisa Subeck & Senator Andre Jacqué Introduce Legislation to Help Individuals with Disabilities and their Families Save for the Future

Bill would open doors for participation by Wisconsin families in Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Savings Accounts

Senate Democrats Offer 2020 Agenda

Shilling pushes homeless funding and closing dark store tax loophole.

Wisconsin’s State-Chartered Banks Post Strong Third Quarter Performance

Gov. Evers Signs Eleven More Bills

Senate Fires State Agriculture Secretary

Every Republican votes not to approve Evers appointee Brad Pfaff.

Increased Lending at Wisconsin’s State-Chartered Banks Reflects a Healthy Economy

The increase in lending was the most significant factor in the strong growth in net income.

Choose Life Program Still a Mystery

President says group had nothing to do with bill that would give it $500,000 from the state.

Wisconsin Women in Government Announces 2019-2020 Board of Directors and Leadership Team

A Sherman Park Success Story

Developers rehab 104 city-owned homes in three years in the area.

Statewide Meetings Held on Student Loans

Governor’s task force holds meetings across Wisconsin to understand crisis, find answers.

Average UWM Student Debt Rose 194%

New study shows Wisconsin has more students in debt than 44 states. Any solution?

Evers Wants Study of Student Loan Debt

Average grad has $30,000 in debt, state's total student debt is $24 billion.

Governor Evers Honors 13 Recipients of 2018 Financial Literacy Award in Capitol Ceremony

The recipients were selected by the Governor’s Council on Financial Literacy from the nominations submitted for consideration.

The Double Standard of Duey Stroebel

He attacks Evers appointee while ignoring “Ethical Baggage” of 13 Walker appointees.

Governor-elect Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Barnes Announce Additions to Administration Team

"The team members we are announcing today will help our administration connect the dots on important issues facing our state."