Founded in 1899, Hancock Bank is one of the largest financial institutions in the United States that offers a variety of personal and commercial banking products. The bank provides checking, savings and money market accounts. It also offers 401(k) plans, individual retirement accounts and certificates of deposit. It provides loans for inventory, construction, small business, home equity, personal, automobile and education. The bank offers fixed- and adjustable-rate mortgages. Its additional banking services include investment and health management, estate and trust planning, escrow services and tax consulting. In addition, it provides insurance coverage and mortgage protection to individual clients. Hancock Bank is a part of Hancock Holding Company and maintains a branch location in Ville Platte, La.