Why Choose First Federal Lakewood

As we help you with your banking needs and grow together, we’re proud to be part of your community.

Careers

Our employees are valued, respected, and their voices are heard.

Community Impact

Our commitment to our neighbors has been setting us apart since 1959.

Management Team

Their experience and dedication provide strategic direction for today — and tomorrow.

Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors ensures we are fiscally sound and focused on your needs.

Account Rates

Here’s some rates for our new product

As of 12/25/2025

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TypeAPYInterest RateMinimum BalanceDisclosures
Direct Interest Checking0.05%0.05%

Disclosure

Advantage 50 Interest Checking0.05%0.05%

Disclosure

Preferred Interest Checking

Balances under $1,500 – 0.05%;

Balances $1,500 or more – 0.10%

Balances under $1,500 – 0.05%;

Balances $1,500 or more – 0.10%

Yes

Disclosure

*Interest rates are subject to change. Fees could reduce earnings.

Here’s some disclosure

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Resources

Gross Margin Analysis

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Gaining a Competitive Advantage

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Branding Your Business

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Measuring the ROI of Your Marketing Budget

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Pricing Strategies

Profit is a large part of why you’re in business, and it definitely is what keeps you in business. That’s why using an effective pricing strategy is so important. Here…

The Value of Your Business

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Determine Your Working Capital Requirements

Working capital is the amount you have remaining when current liabilities are subtracted from current assets. Whether a business has enough working capital is measured by the ‘current ratio’, or…