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Liz Fuselier and her husband Dennis have been members of Pelican State Credit Union for over 10 years. When Mrs. Liz decided to pursue her vision of Sassy Oil and Vinegar, it was no surprise that they chose to take their Pelican family along on their journey. Sassy Oil and Vinegar is a specialty oil and vinegar shop that has …
I’ll never forget August of 2016. August 12 started off as a normal day for me. I got off of work and left to get my son from daycare. When we got home, I did what I always do—watch the news. Since I’ve been through bad storms before, I wasn’t really worried about the weather all day. When I saw …
One of the best parts of our job is serving our members and their communities. When we grow and add a new branch and new team members to a community, we are able to take a more hands-on approach at working to make our members’ financial lives even better. It’s part of Pelican’s mission to give back in any way …
When it comes to car purchases, you need to make sure you’re getting a quality car—nothing’s worse than spending thousands of dollars on a lemon. When you’re already on a budget and looking for a vehicle, you need to make every dollar count. Instead of a brand new car, you should consider purchasing a certified preowned rental car. “Certified” is …
Financial Wellness Workshops are one of the many ways our Financial Outreach team helps educate Louisiana residents on several different topics. We have a variety of workshop topics, including credit reports and scores, saving and budgeting for success and planning and tips on home ownership. We recently presented a Financial Wellness Workshop called Owning the Homebuying Process at the Baton …
It can be unsettling to think about having your card information stolen. We all work hard for our money, and we don’t want thieves taking it from us. You can rest easy knowing that you are 100% protected against fraudulent purchases at retail stores or online; Pelican State Credit Union is here to protect you and your money. We also …
