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Looking to get a mortgage? You probably have a lot of questions, and that’s okay! There are so many different things to know about home loans. Whether it’s mortgage insurance, different loan types or the types of documents you need to get pre-approved, there’s a lot that goes into the mortgage process. Pelican Mortgage Originators Chris Neal, NMLS ID #1385376, …
Let’s talk about a real passion of mine—food. It’s both a blessing and a curse to live in Louisiana, because the food here is so good! But some food reigns more supreme than others. It towers over smaller versions of itself, declaring itself the biggest, the best, the spiciest or the most challenging. That’s what we’ll be talking about today. …
Buying a vehicle is a pretty big deal, and it’s definitely not something you should take lightly. While it might seem fun to go buy a new car or truck on a whim, it could end up costing you in the long run. When you determine if you can afford a new car, you should go in armed with the …
Credit unions occasionally seek out merger partners who will take care of their members and continue to provide them with access to credit union products and services designed to meet their needs. St. Jules Credit Union in Lafayette recently joined the Pelican family through a merger, and we couldn’t be more excited! Each credit union comes with its own history, …
Whether it’s your company benefits fair, a community event or a free Financial Wellness Workshop, chances are pretty good that you’ve seen or met one of our Business Development Representatives. We talked with BD Rep. Ed Freundlich to learn more about what a day in his work life looks like. Ed Freundlich serves our Select Employer Groups in Pelican’s North …
College is expensive—so expensive that many students have to start planning and budgeting for student debt. Even if you’ve never enrolled in a college course, you’ll learn this pretty quickly by just watching the evening news or talking to any weary-eyed college student you pass on the sidewalk (although you might want to avoid such conversations during finals week). Since …
