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We value that every action is shaped by a relentless commitment to meeting and exceeding customerexpectations regarding service quality. We strive to provide customer satisfaction and service excellence.We advocate for our customers and work to earn their loyalty. We each lead through our competence,creativity and teamwork.
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We act with INTEGRITY in all we do We are personally accountable for the highest standards of behavior, including honesty and fairness in all aspects of our work. We vow to fulfill our commitments as responsible citizens and employees. We will consistently treat customers and company resources with the respect they deserve.
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Our continued success requires us to provide the opportunity for education and development needed to help our employees grow. We will take advantage of those opportunities and keep learning to improve ourskills and produce high-quality work.
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You know us as Florida’s Most Convenient
Bank; we also want to be a source of
information on personal fi nances, the
economy and planning for your future.
We’re committed to providing you with the
tools you need to spend wisely, save more
and plan for the future. Simply put, we
approach banking differently.
As the South Florida economy slowly
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Welcome!
Soaring oil prices are on everyone’s
mind these days. Here’s a look at
what’s behind the rise in prices
and how they impact the economy.
Q: Why have oil prices risen so sharply?
A: It’s easy to point to geopolitical
events, but the general perception is that
global demand is outstripping supply.
Emerging economies like China and India
are demanding more oil to fuel their
growth – at a time when the world’s oil-
producing regions are producing less oil.
According to 2011 IRS fi ling statistics, the average tax refund this year will be about $3,000
– enough to make some positive changes in your fi nances if you choose!
PAY DOWN DEBT. The lower your debt payments, the better your cash fl ow and the more
you’ll have to build for the future. If you’re paying 18 percent interest on a debt, paying it off
with your tax refund would be like earning the 18 percent, tax-free and risk-free!
BUILD AN EMERGENCY FUND. If you don’t already have one, use your refund to start an
emergency fund. This fund should cover three to six months of expenses. Without a rainy
day fund, you may fi nd yourself constantly dipping into your long-term savings to cover
unexpected expenses.
GENERATE A TAX CREDIT. If you’ve absolutely got to spend your refund, at least buy
something with a payback. An energy-effi cient air conditioner or appliance might set you
back initially, but it will save you on your electric bill every month for years to come. If you
invest in things like a solar water heater or geothermal heat pump, you could qualify for a
tax credit of 30 percent of the cost (with $4,000 spent on a solar water heater, next year’s
tax bill will be $1,200 lower!). To learn more, visit www.energystar.gov.
FUND YOUR IRA. By putting your refund into an IRA now and giving it years of growth
potential, you could end up with a sizable amount at retirement. You can contribute up to
$5,000 to your IRA for the 2011 tax year. And if you’re 50 or older, you can contribute up
to $6,000.
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market account and start
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If you’re like a lot of
TAX SMARTS:PUT YOUR REFUND TO WORK FOR YOU!
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Financial liquidity refers to how easily assets can be accessed and turned into cash ... money that can be used easily and quickly. Obviously, money in a checking or savings account is much more liquid than money tied up in real estate or the stock market.
Why Liquidity Matters
Liquidity in your personal fi nances is important. Financial experts recommend that you have enough liquid assets to cover three to six months of expenses.
Some consumers mistakenly consider credit cards and home equity lines of credit to be their emergency fund. If tough times hit, they’ll just “put it on the card.” Unfortunately, credit cards and home equity lines of credit can be impacted if you lose your job or have an accident.
A better idea is to keep funds in truly liquid accounts such as these:
• Savings and checking accounts • Money market accounts• Certifi cates of deposit (short-term)
Plain and simple, liquidity gives you fl exibility. That means you have options!
Does a Roth IRA Make Sense for You?
Dashboard Indicators: Are Your Finances Sputtering or Speeding?
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Q: Can’t we get oil-rich nations to
produce more oil?
A: Not necessarily. Most of the world’s
oil producers are already working at full
capacity. Only one country, Saudi Arabia,
has excess production capacity (although
we don’t know exactly how much).
Q: How high can oil prices get?
A: In a market economy, there is
technically no limit. But even if at some
point oil prices climb to $120 or even
$150 per barrel, the law of supply and
demand will eventually kick in and
prices will fall as consumers begin
to cut back on oil consumption.
Q: Will higher oil prices put the economy
back into recession?
A: Every dollar spent on petroleum
leaves less to be spent on products and
services that create jobs. Still, most
economists point to the shift in the U.S.
economy away from energy-intensive
manufacturing to our current service
economy, which requires less energy (as
a percentage of gross domestic product).
Q: What about the South Florida economy?
A: Since Florida is heavily dependent
on tourism, rising oil prices are not
good news for our state. Still, a rising
tide lifts all boats, and if the recovery
of the U.S. economy accelerates
as expected, the economy of South
Florida should recover as well.
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May 2011
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After coming to the United States, Chavez
went on to study at California’s Fashion
Institute of Design & Merchandising, where
she enjoyed her first taste of designing for the
stars after winning the Nolan Miller/”Dynasty”
Contest and creating an outfit worn by Linda
Evans on the blockbuster TV series.
She then began Lourdes Chavez Couture
with no more than a computer, a sewing
machine and an ironing board. Chavez made
her own patterns, cutting garments on the floor
of a cramped 500-square-foot studio. Relying
on part-time help, including a niece who came
in after high school had finished for the day, she
created her first collection.
Fast-forward a few years later. Chavez now
has 24 full-time employees and creates her
stunning designs in a 9,000-square-foot facility
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As a young girl growing up in Mexico, Lourdes Chavez loved nothing morethan to design clothes for her friends. Little did she know then that those hourslovingly spent at her grandmother’s old sewing machine would lead to a successful career designing elegant and sophisticated women’s wear.
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