Investing
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The Latte Factor 101
May 10, 2017
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finance, Savings
Making your way thru the drive through every morning before 7:30 may give you a refreshing start to your day, but at what cost? The ideology that coffee shops and other retailers capitalize on is the notion that these small expenditures add a little excitement to your day without a hefty bill. However, when you enjoy perks like these on a daily basis, they add up, and quick! Financial author, David Bach, is the mastermind behind the Latte Factor. This helpful calculator enables shoppers
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Adding a Giving Category to Your Budget Could Increase Your Wealth.
March 22, 2017
Categories: Budgeting, Investing
Whether you are giving, tithing, or donating, all of these actions stem from allocating funds towards someone or something other than yourself. While financial success is often measured by how much you gain, we at Bank of Louisiana are here to challenge that notion and suggest that success can also be evaluated by how you invest in others. Famous billionaires such as Warren Buffett and Bill Gates create platforms for various organizations by shedding light on issues that may otherwise
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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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