Archive - January 2018
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Love and Money: Five Common Mistakes
January 31, 2018
Categories: Family, Personal Finance
No couple likes to fight, especially when it comes to finances. Unfortunately, money is the leading cause of stress in relationships. And this isn’t only a problem for couples who are tight on money, as a survey has shown that the more your income increases, the more finances will put a strain on your relationships. What this shows is the importance of being on the same page as your partner when it comes to finances, no matter your incomes. Bank of Louisiana has compiled a list of five common
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Dreamin’ of Summer- Saving for Your Next Vacation
January 23, 2018
Categories: Holiday, Savings, Seasonal
The monotony of the day to day can get you down in the season of cold and gray. However, that beach on your screensaver doesn’t have to be an esteemed fantasy if you are ready to take some action. You can turn your ideal vacation into a reality by starting to save and plan that getaway now, before travel season hits in full. Create a Budget If you are thinking about a vacation, you are definitely going to need to establish a budget to keep your spending in check. Some budgeters swear
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Cheap Updates to Improve your Kitchen’s Value
January 9, 2018
Mario Batali said “The kitchen really is the castle itself. This is where we spend our happiest moments and where we find the joy of being a family.” Do you find people leaving the comfort of your plush rugs and pillows to only be leaning against your laminate counter talking for long periods of time? If you find your guests and family gravitating to the kitchen, why not make it a significant experience for them? Bank of Louisiana is here to give you ideas on how you can improve the
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Web Security for Small Business Owners - What You Need to Know
January 2, 2018
Categories: Cyber Security, Small Business
It’s a typical day for a local business owner, until the click of an email threatens the entire business. Large corporations, small businesses, and as shown in recent days, not even the government is immune to cyber-attacks. Why it’s Important If you’re a small business owner, you may think you are too small for cybercriminals. However, the opposite is true as they don’t particularly care about the size of the data, but the value. If you have customers’ contact
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