Personal Loans

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Get the cash you need to for life’s bigger purchases and your changing financial needs. From taking that dream vacation, covering an unexpected expense, or paying off high interest debt, a personal loan from Forte Bank may be able to help you achieve your goals.

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We offer terms up to 60 months
No Hidden Fees
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Meet Our Consumer Lenders

The Forte Bank team is local and ready to help with all your lending needs.

Tammy Tongusi Assistant Vice President
Retail Banker & Consumer Lender

Tammy Tongusi Assistant Vice President
Retail Banker & Consumer Lender
Phone: 262-670-3867

Tammy Tongusi is an Assistant Vice President Retail Banker & Consumer Lender for Forte Bank. Tammy assists customers in selecting and opening new accounts, maintaining customer accounts and files, and referring customers to other staff members for additional help or services. In addition, Tammy supports the bank’s marketing functions and consumer lending. She has been with the bank for more than 30 years.
Tammy received American Institute of Banking diplomas in General Banking and Bank Operations from the American Bankers Association in 2011. Tammy has two children and recently became a grandma. In her spare time, Tammy runs a photography business specializing in families, seniors and events. She loves creating memories for others.
Tammy takes great pride in helping customers from start to finish. She works to ensure that customers leave the bank feeling relaxed and appreciated. Every day counts!
Why a community bank?
“It’s important to me to work for a community bank because I not only work in the community, but I live here, too. Our bank is like a family and we treat our customers like family. We’re always willing to go above and beyond to provide them with great products and the best customer service.”
Professional Activities & Accreditations
American Bankers Association Certificate of Excellence – Consumer Lending, 2019
Wisconsin Bankers Association Certificate of Excellence – Bankers Promoting Financial Literacy, 2017-2018
Wisconsin Bankers Association Certificate of Excellence – Bankers Promoting Financial Literacy, 2010-2011
Wisconsin Bankers Association Certificate of Excellence – Personal Economics Program, 2009-2010
Community Involvement
Wisconsin Bankers Association, Marketing Committee, 2020-2023
Junior Achievement, Volunteer, 2007-Present

Cheryl Scott Universal Banker

Cheryl Scott Universal Banker
Phone: 262-673-5800

Cheryl Scott is a Universal Banker at the Hartford Branch of Forte Bank. Cheryl assists new and existing customers with account openings, supports customers with questions or concerns about their accounts, and maintains account files. In addition, Cheryl helps customers with consumer loans. She has more than 25 years of experience in banking and finance.
In her spare time, Cheryl enjoys spending time with her son, ballroom dancing, and volunteering with Citizen Advocates of Washington County, an organization that supports children with special needs.
Cheryl loves hearing about her customers’ goals and helping them turn their dreams into reality.

Why a community bank?
“I enjoy the close connections we build with our customers and their families. We can offer them customized financial options that they probably won’t find at a ‘big bank’. I also love that we are very involved in the community. Giving back to the community is something I’m very passionate about."
Professional Activities & Accreditations
Notary Public
Community Involvement
Citizen Advocates of Washington County, 2020-Present

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