Saving
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10 Saving Resolutions to Make This Year
February 5, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finance, Savings
Start the year out strong so you can finish the end of next year with a bang! These are some of our favorite savings resolutions that are great for novice savers or experts! 1. Start with the emergency fund. The first step you should take this year is to make steps to build up an emergency fund. Don’t let the unexpected set you painfully back in your budget and even from your ability to pay bills. Seventy eight percent of Americans live paycheck to paycheck and cannot afford to have a
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When to SAVE and When to SPLURGE
August 9, 2017
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finance, Savings
When you and your sweetheart set your budget each month, there are a variety of factors at play. Where can you get the best deals on groceries? How many date nights will you have each week? Do the kids have any sporting activities that require new equipment? At Bank of Louisiana, we recognize that everyone’s budget is different. No matter which categories you enjoy most, we’d love to showcase some great examples to help you find extra ways to save, and better identify which costs are
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The Dos and Don’ts to Saving for the Holidays
December 21, 2016
Categories: Budgeting, Holiday, Savings
Making the holidays happen is no easy feat. When you add up the costs for food, presents, decorations, and more, you’re faced with a mountain of expenses come December. To help you plan for next year’s celebration, the Bank of Louisiana offers these coveted savings tips: DO: Start saving as soon as the holidays are over. DON’T: Procrastinate saving until December. In order to save year round, we recommend opening a separate savings account
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