Archive - December 2016
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5 Things to Have a Successful New Year
December 28, 2016
Categories: Community Banking, Investing, Retirement, Savings, Taxes
Want to kick off the New Year with a bang? There’s no better way to help yourself succeed in 2017, than by mastering your money management! Bank of Louisiana offers these trusted tips to help you come January: Set-up an Emergency Fund. Before you start any type of a savings plan, ensure it’s protected with an emergency fund. This ensures that if an unexpected expense arrives, you have the money to cover it without having to dip into your hard earned savings. Experts
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The Dos and Don’ts to Saving for the Holidays
December 21, 2016
Categories: Budgeting, Holiday, Savings
Making the holidays happen is no easy feat. When you add up the costs for food, presents, decorations, and more, you’re faced with a mountain of expenses come December. To help you plan for next year’s celebration, the Bank of Louisiana offers these coveted savings tips: DO: Start saving as soon as the holidays are over. DON’T: Procrastinate saving until December. In order to save year round, we recommend opening a separate savings account
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The Best Apps to Help Manage Your Money
December 19, 2016
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finance
Keeping your personal finances is sometimes easier said than done. If you’re looking to grow your money management skills, these apps may be able to help. At Bank of Louisiana we recommend the following tools to help you grow your personal finances this season: Mint - This app is connected to all of your spending. Whether that’s through your bank, your credit cards, or more, this service helps you see where every penny is going! With a vital function of segmenting
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3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Buy
December 14, 2016
Categories: Budgeting, Holiday, Savings, Seasonal
The holiday season is filled with glad tidings, seasonal dishes, family get togethers, AND seemingly endless expenses. Don’t let the price of the holidays bog you down. Keep the holiday spirit alive by spending your money wisely throughout the winter season. Instead of purchasing unwanted gifts that may end up back at the store, Bank of Louisiana recommends asking yourself the following 3 questions before you buy: Why are you buying the present? If it is for a family member
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