budget
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The Argument for a Monthly Money Meeting
June 14, 2017
Categories: Budgeting, Money Meeting, Savings
Whether you’re recently married, or you’re approaching your 30th anniversary, you know that money can be a topic of controversy among couples and families. Even in the most perfect relationships hardships happen, and decisions have to be made. At Bank of Louisiana, we think there is a helpful and long term tool that can help you have less conflict and more compromises while contemplating both goals and solutions. The answer is relatively simple, talk it out, however, the complicated part
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How to Save $1,000,000 for Retirement
June 7, 2017
Categories: Personal Finance, Retirement, Savings
Retirement, 401(k), stocks and bonds, the subject matter of saving for the long term isn’t often as appealing as saving for the short term. Perhaps that’s why nearly three-quarters of Americans are underestimating how much they’ll need for retirement. The United States is on the brink, if not already in, a retirement crisis. However, at Bank of Louisiana we believe retirement saving can still be easily accomplished, there are just a few steps to get started: The first thing
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Fix-Up Your Budget
January 18, 2017
Categories: Budgeting, General, Personal Finance
HGTV’s latest hit show, Fixer Upper, has fans and home buyers looking for new ways to save and restore old homes. While Chip and Joanna have become experts in home renovation, they’re not too shabby when it comes to finances either. Using their home building skills and our banking knowledge we offer these top tips to help fix up your budget in 2017: Build a Strong Foundation Just as a home cannot stand without a solid base, neither can your personal finances. To begin
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‘Tis the Season of Giving: How-to Add Giving to Your Budget
November 22, 2016
Categories: Holiday, Personal Finance, Savings
The winter season is practically here, and so are the holidays! Make this time of year even more meaningful than usual, by adding giving to your list of annual traditions. There are a variety of ways that you can incorporate this philanthropic activity into your family’s schedule. Take a look at the top picks from our staff here at Bank of Louisiana: Donate Your Time. Speak with local charities and non-profit organizations to inquire about potential opportunities for you
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