Archive - February 2017
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Saving Until Spring: Rejuvenating and Renovating Your Home
February 22, 2017
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finance, Savings
Spring is just around the corner, and so is realty season! Before you place your home on the market, see how you can add great value to your house with only $1,000 in key updates! To help you first save the funds necessary for these exciting renovations, Bank of Louisiana recommends the following steps: Cut Dining Out ($200/mo) Instead of venturing to a neighborhood restaurant once or twice a week, reserve those dollars for your home’s equity, and use these affordable recipes
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Wifi Woes: The Most Common Ways Hackers Access Your Information
February 21, 2017
Categories: Cyber Security
The value of the internet for both personal and business use continues to multiply year after year. While wifi began as an exciting new way to experience the World Wide Web, it is now a crucial element to the connectivity of today. Whether you’re on the go or surfing from home, Bank of Louisiana recommends these security tips to help keep you safe while using personal and public wifi. Only access public pages when using shared wifi. Free wifi is a great perk when you’re
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The Top 10 Things to Add Value to Your Home
February 1, 2017
Categories: General, Mortgage, Personal Finance, Savings
Just like purchasing your home, selling it is a journey all its own. Whether you’re aiming to sell your home in one year or five, you can make a number of small changes that offer a big return on your home’s value. Try these key improvements and see the effect on your next home assessment. An eye-catching entrance. As the gateway into your home, your front door will set the tone for what’s within. Update your door bell, paint the front door, and hang a spring wreath
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