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EXHIBIT 99.1
PSB Group, Inc. Announces First-Quarter Financial Results
Madison Heights, MI. April 21, 2010 — PSB Group, Inc., (OTCBB: PSBG), the bank holding company for Peoples State Bank (PSB), a Michigan state-chartered bank with offices in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Genesee Counties, today reported net operating income of $.083 million or $0.02 per average outstanding share for the three months ended March 31, 2010 compared with a net operating loss of $9.028 million or $2.60 per average outstanding share for the fourth quarter of 2009, and a net operating loss of $1.778 million or $0.51 per average outstanding share for the first quarter of 2009.
Balance Sheet
Total assets at March 31, 2010 were $458.181 million compared to $462.029 million at December 31, 2009, and $480.594 million at March 31, 2009. Total loans were $352.369 million as of March 31, 2010 compared to $354.263 million at December 31, 2009, and $369.799 million at March 31, 2009. Total deposits were $438.608 million as of March 31, 2010 compared to $442.745 million at December 31, 2009, and $434.343 million at March 31, 2009.
Peoples State Bank continues to experience favorable deposit growth, in both the commercial and consumer checking categories. PSB does not utilize brokered deposits. The Southeast Michigan economy remains strained, so quality lending opportunities remain difficult to find. During the quarter, excess Fed Funds were invested in securities where more favorable yields can be realized.
Income Statement
Net interest income for the quarter was $4.147 million compared to $3.673 million for the fourth quarter of 2009, and $4.110 for the first quarter of 2009.
Non-interest income for the quarter was $1.139 million. Service charges on deposit accounts were $.608 million compared to $.659 million for the fourth quarter of 2009, and $.569 million for the first quarter of 2009. These results were considered seasonal and progression is expected further in the year. Prior quarters also had much stronger results from the gain on sale of securities and these opportunities did not present themselves during this quarter.
The net interest margin for the quarter ending March 31, 2010 improved to 3.78%. This compares to a net interest margin of 3.28% for the fourth quarter of 2009, and 3.68% for the first quarter of 2009. The improvements in the margin were the result of a combination of improved yields on the loan portfolio, and a further reduction in the cost of deposits. While elevated levels of non-performing loans continue to have an impact on our interest margin, interest expense has declined during the quarter as higher rate CDs mature and renew at lower rates.

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Total non-interest expenses continued to improve during the quarter. Total non-interest expenses were $4.817 million for the quarter compared to $5.554 million for the fourth quarter of 2009, and $4.845 million in first quarter of 2009. This represents a 13.27% improvement from the fourth quarter and a .58% improvement from the first quarter of 2009. The Bank continues to refine its focus on efficient and effective resource utilization as it works through its asset quality issues. The total number of full time employees (FTE) was 124.0 at 3/31/2010 down from 128.5 at 12/31/2009. Our associates continue to train and enhance their customer service skills and responsiveness, which is a key element to the success of our strong deposit and operational results. During the first quarter, most expenses declined over comparable fourth quarter results with the exception of FDIC insurance costs. Those costs are expected to remain relatively constant during 2010, and we have planned for that event. Finally, other real estate owned expenses of $.292 million reflect a 70% reduction over fourth quarter 2009 results. Properties were liquidated at prices which accurately reflect our valuations.
Asset Quality
The quality of Peoples State Bank’s loan portfolio has been impacted by the challenging economic conditions. We continued to enhance our managed asset’s department, and re-assigned two seasoned lenders to this function.
Total non-performing loans, including Trouble Debt Restructured (TDR), at quarter end were $73 million vs. $63 million in the fourth quarter of 2009. Other real estate owned was $6.3 million which was essentially unchanged from the fourth quarter of 2009. For the quarter ending 3/31/2010, total non-performing assets stood at 17.34% of Total Assets. While we recognize that this level must be reduced, we are quite pleased that clients have performed under the agreements which have been worked out through the collaborative efforts of our Managed Assets Department. Peoples State Bank has developed many of its relationships in favorable economic times, over generations of service in the community. It is equally rewarding to be able to assist our customers during times of challenge.
Our provision for loan losses for the quarter was $.386 million compared to $9.791 in the fourth quarter of 2009, and $2.217 million for the first quarter of 2009. The loan loss reserve of $9.037 million represented 2.56% of total loans at March 31, 2010. This compares with a reserve of 2.67% or $9.469 million dollars at December 31, 2009. We feel this reserve level is appropriate given the challenges our customers continue to experience.
Vincent J. Szymborski, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer commented, “We are pleased to announce the first quarterly profit for the Company since the first quarter of 2007. I am very pleased by the commitment to exceptional service and enthusiasm displayed by our associates. The organization continues to evolve and direct its efforts to work on solutions to our credit challenges. Both the operational and client contact departments within the company continue to look at methods and processes which improve our long term cost structure. The Senior Management team and staff remain very committed to the task ahead of us. While we are buoyed by some press reports of economic improvement, we recognize that many sectors within the Michigan economy may improve at a much slower pace. We continue to look for lending opportunities that meet our credit parameters. We remain mindful of our industry concentrations and continue to focus on quality and diversification.”
Mr. Szymborski concluded his comments by saying “As we look back on our first 101 years of service to the Southeast Michigan communities, we remain mindful of the strategic efforts and execution it has taken to get to this point. We are utilizing that knowledge and experience to address today’s issues, while laying the groundwork for our future, and that of Southeast Michigan.”

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Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in the Release may be deemed forward-looking statements that involve risk and uncertainties. Words or phrases “will likely result”, “are expected to”, “expect”, “is anticipated”, “estimate”, “project”, or similar expressions are intended to identify “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Factors which could cause actual results to differ, include, but are not limited to, fluctuations in interest rates, changes in economic conditions of the bank’s market area, changes in policies by regulatory agencies, the acceptance of new products, the impact of competitive products and pricing and the other risks detailed from time to time in the Bank’s and Corporation’s reports. These forward-looking statements represent the Corporation’s judgment as of the date of this report. The Corporation disclaims, however, any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
PSB Group, Inc. is a registered holding company. Its primary subsidiary, Peoples State Bank, currently serves the southeastern Michigan area with 11 full-service banking offices in Farmington Hills, Fenton, Grosse Pointe Woods, Hamtramck, Madison Heights, Southfield, Sterling Heights, Troy and Warren. The bank has operated continuously under local ownership and management since it first opened for business in 1909.
     
Contact:
  David A. Wilson
 
  Senior Vice President & CFO
 
  (248) 548-2900

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PSB Group, Inc.
                                         
    03/31/10     12/31/09     09/30/09     06/30/09     03/31/09  
ASSETS
                                       
Cash and Due from Banks
    7,768       8,554       7,696       8,249       7,959  
Federal Funds Sold
    11,541       20,706       12,002       7,763       12,474  
Investment Securities — available for sale at market
    68,047       60,031       69,618       79,545       70,383  
 
                                       
Loans
    352,369       354,263       363,708       369,580       369,799  
 
                                       
Less: Allowance for Loan Losses
    (9,037 )     (9,469 )     (7,327 )     (7,044 )     (7,769 )
 
                             
 
                                       
Net Loans
    343,332       344,794       356,381       362,536       362,030  
 
                             
 
                                       
Loans Held for Sale
    428       774       1,733       2,525       1,255  
Premises and Equipment
    15,768       15,937       16,148       16,395       13,837  
Accrued Interest Receivable
    2,423       2,244       2,473       2,770       2,327  
Other Real Estate Owned
    6,329       6,235       6,993       8,042       8,292  
Other Assets
    2,545       2,754       1,255       1,856       2,037  
 
                             
 
                                       
Total Assets
  $ 458,181     $ 462,029     $ 474,299     $ 489,681     $ 480,594  
 
                             
 
                                       
LIABILITIES & STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
                                       
Deposits:
                                       
Non — Interest Bearing
    56,972       54,647       54,330       55,450       53,638  
Interest Bearing
    381,636       388,098       385,721       389,822       380,705  
 
                             
 
                                       
Total Deposits
    438,608       442,745       440,051       445,272       434,343  
 
                             
 
                                       
FHLB Advances
                5,500       15,000       15,000  
Long Term Debt
    128       282       282       282       282  
Accrued Interest Payable and Other Liabilities
    2,285       2,284       2,351       2,985       2,444  
 
                             
 
                                       
Total Liabilities
    441,021       445,311       448,184       463,539       452,069  
 
                             
 
                                       
Stockholders’ Equity:
                                       
Common Stock (no par value)
    23,667       23,692       23,693       23,693       23,696  
Unearned ESOP Benefits
    (128 )     (282 )     (282 )     (282 )     (282 )
Common Stock Held in Trust
    (410 )     (410 )     (410 )     (410 )     (410 )
Deferred Compensation Obligation
    410       410       410       410       410  
Add’l Paid in Capital-stock options/awards
    1,250       1,096       1,015       923       821  
Unearned Compensation
    (1,287 )     (1,182 )     (1,168 )     (1,168 )     (1,163 )
Undivided Profits
    (6,657 )     (6,740 )     2,288       2,961       4,413  
Unrealized gain/(loss) on securities available for sale
    315       134       569       15       1,040  
 
                             
Total Stockholders’ Equity
    17,160       16,718       26,115       26,142       28,525  
 
                             
 
                                       
Total Liabilities & Stockholders’ Equity
  $ 458,181     $ 462,029     $ 474,299     $ 489,681     $ 480,594  
 
                             

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PSB Group, Inc.
QUARTERLY STATEMENT OF INCOME
                                         
    3/31/2010     12/31/2009     9/30/2009     6/30/2009     3/31/2009  
Interest Income
                                       
Loans, including fees
  $ 4,968     $ 4,892     $ 5,122     $ 5,632     $ 5,846  
Securities:
                                       
Taxable
    527       526       580       589       595  
Tax-exempt
    26       48       54       54       55  
Federal Funds Sold
    15       9       10       3       7  
 
                             
Total interest income
    5,536       5,475       5,766       6,278       6,503  
 
                                       
Interest Expense
                                       
Deposits
    1,389       1,793       2,148       2,192       2,290  
Short-term borrowings
    0       9       0       0       0  
Long term debt
    0       0       78       106       103  
 
                             
Total interest expense
    1,389       1,802       2,226       2,298       2,393  
 
                                       
Net Interest Income — before provision for loan losses
    4,147       3,673       3,540       3,980       4,110  
 
                                       
Provision for Loan Losses
    386       9,791       1,620       2,541       2,217  
 
                             
 
                                       
Net Interest Income — after provision for loan losses
    3,761       (6,118 )     1,920       1,439       1,893  
 
                                       
Other Operating Income
                                       
Service charges on deposit accounts
    608       659       670       604       569  
Gain on sale of mortgages
    116       119       119       175       169  
Gain (loss) on sale of available-for- sale securities
    4       173       866       847       261  
Other income
    411       393       240       296       198  
 
                             
Total other operating income
    1,139       1,344       1,895       1,922       1,197  
 
                                       
Other Expenses
                                       
Salaries and employee benefits
    1,782       1,976       1,933       2,025       2,171  
Occupancy Costs
    752       831       792       798       771  
Legal and professional
    566       640       340       312       433  
ORE Expenses
    292       980       231       352       520  
FDIC Insurance
    662       360       294       602       195  
Other
    763       767       898       724       755  
 
                             
Total other operating expenses
    4,817       5,554       4,488       4,813       4,845  
 
                                       
Income (loss) — before federal income tax expense (benefit)
    83       (10,328 )     (673 )     (1,452 )     (1,755 )
Federal Income Tax Expense (benefit)
    0       (1,300 )     0       0       23  
 
                             
 
                                       
Net Income (Loss)
  $ 83     $ (9,028 )   $ (673 )   $ (1,452 )   $ (1,778 )
 
                             

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