Preparing for College: A Parent's Guide
One day they are saying their first words, begging to be held, and telling you that you’re their best friend and suddenly, they are grown up, and preparing for college.
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Effective March 16th, 2026, our Kountze and Silsbee branches' updated hours will be 9AM – 6PM, Monday – Friday. If you have any questions, please give us a call during business hours at 409.898.3770. Thank you!
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One day they are saying their first words, begging to be held, and telling you that you’re their best friend and suddenly, they are grown up, and preparing for college.
It’s 2023 and the price of eggs has tripled in the last couple of years, vehicles have increased by approximately 25%, and the price of real estate has increased significantly. It feels almost unattainable to be in a good financial position in our current economy. However, being financially fit doesn’t mean that you make high wages, or that you...
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, June 15, recognizes the risks of elder abuse and neglect of older people. It’s a day for family and caregivers around the world to learn how to take proactive steps to protect loved ones and for older people to learn how they can protect themselves.
Summer is synonymous with vacation for many people, but booking an affordable trip can be tough with high inflation. In this article, we will cover ways to save on a vacation, from choosing a destination, amenities and more. With a little luck and planning, you’ll be able to enjoy the sound of the waves or find that special place to make memories...
A home loan, otherwise known as a mortgage, enables you to purchase a house without paying the full price out of pocket at the time of the purchase. For most people, buying a home is the biggest financial transaction in their lifetime. For that reason alone, if you’re in the market for a new home, it’s best to learn all you can about home loans so...
When it comes to convenience, service and variety, nothing beats Amazon. The world’s largest and most popular online marketplace can carry anything from beauty products to a chicken harness with a leash. Yes, that’s a real product on Amazon and you can purchase it! For almost anything you might ever want or need, Amazon most likely has it – and...
Many entrepreneurs use personal savings and credit to cover their initial costs because it can be difficult to get a business loan for a startup without a proven track record and credit history. However, relying on credit cards with high-interest rates and low credit limits is not a sustainable situation. Take a look at the advantages of a...
Cryptocurrency is a word that many know but fewer understand. Survey data shows that 98% of people do not have a basic understanding of what cryptocurrency is. With so much information online and so many terms and concepts, it can be challenging to understand what cryptocurrency is, how you get it, and if these coins are safe investments.
Medical debt in the United States, as of August 2021, was approximately 140 billion dollars, and 45% of Americans state that they would find it difficult to pay an unexpected $500 medical bill.
Over the past few years, credit card balances were paid down and delinquent accounts became less common. But two years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, those trends - spurred by increased savings and relief programs - could evaporate, especially as inflation soars.
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