Archive - April 2018
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4 Standard Safety Tips for Social Networking
April 25, 2018
Categories: Cyber Security
“Technology and social media have brought power back to the people,” Mark McKinnon. Whether or not you fully agree with this statement, social media has become ubiquitous to all ages on multiple platforms. It’s not only the pre-teens who are at risk of becoming victimized by hackers, as even corporations are finding themselves in costly predicaments. Because of this, Bank of Louisiana has gathered basic standards that everyone should adopt into their social media safety. The
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7 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Tax Refund
April 23, 2018
Categories: Taxes
So you’ve either gotten, or are about to receive, your long awaited refund. There’s quite a buzz of excitement as many Americans decide what types of things they are going to buy with their extra cash. But if you are looking to do something different with your money this year, we have come up with some great ways for you to not spend away your money, but to get the very most out of it! Establish a Savings Account We’re sure you’re not surprised with us
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Four Emotions That Are Interfering With Your Finances
April 16, 2018
Categories: Personal Finance
Who doesn’t want a healthy financial life? Yet, the number of people who actually have one is decreasing. Americans’ total credit card debt grew by 8 percent in 2017, with an overall 12.96 trillion in debt. While there are many underlying factors, one component that can be limited in your budget is emotions. You may feel helpless when it comes to taking control of your finances, but one of the biggest hindrances is your emotional state. The good news is where you are doesn’t have
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What Sports Can Teach Your Kids About Finances
April 12, 2018
Categories: Family, Personal Finance
As a parent, you want to do your best to give your children a great childhood and prepare them to be successful, contributing members of society. One of the ways that many parents are doing this is by encouraging youth sports. They realize that there are great lessons learned from athletics like how to be a part of a team and physical health. It’s also a good way to get kids away from the screens! By the same token, you may not realize that sports, particularly pay to play, have additional
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