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Having a strong, basic understanding of your finances is empowering and can put you on the path to financial freedom. Southern Bancorp’s financial counselors and available resources are great first steps.
Having a strong, basic understanding of your finances is empowering and can put you on the path to financial freedom. Southern Bancorp’s financial counselors and available resources are great first steps.
If you prefer to learn on your own, we have a variety of free materials ready to download on our Opportunity Center page, as well as a weekly blog series that covers everything from reducing debt to estate planning to homeownership.

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We offer: 

  • Financial Education
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  • Workshops
  • Courses
  • Outreach
  • Partnership
Contact us today to find out what we can do for you.

Financial Wellness Tips

Financial Wellness Tips

Now is the Time To… in 2024!

Now is the Time To… in 2024!

By: Charlestien Harris By now, you have wished “Happy New Year” to all your family, friends, and colleagues. Now that you have accomplished that, it is time to enter the new year with a fresh outlook on your finances for 2024! So often, we look back and say, "I want...

Beware of the Holiday Budget Busters

Beware of the Holiday Budget Busters

By Charlestien Harris How did the Grinch really steal Christmas? Well, let me tell you the "real" story! Holiday shopping is a tradition that spans way back, and many people feel obligated to purchase gifts for everybody. However, what often happens is that the...

Money-Saving Gift Ideas

Money-Saving Gift Ideas

By: Charlestien Harris It's crunch time for gift-giving, and the race is on to find that perfect gift for that special someone (or a challenging family member). You don't have to go overboard or break the bank to give great gifts or save a little money while enjoying...

How to Reduce Your Taxable Income

How to Reduce Your Taxable Income

By: Charlestien Harris The 2023 tax season has come and gone, but the 2024 tax season is just around the corner! Taxes are a sure thing, and most of you want to know how you can reduce your tax bill in the coming year. Tax planning between now and the end of the year...

10 Financial Shortcuts for Thanksgiving

10 Financial Shortcuts for Thanksgiving

By: Charlestien Harris If you're hosting large, lively Thanksgiving dinners, this article is tailored just for you! Being financially responsible for preparing that grand meal can be a daunting task, especially if you don't consider some key factors when entertaining...

November Savings for the Holidays

November Savings for the Holidays

By: Charlestien Harris The holiday spending race has begun, and you are ready to claim the prize for being the most prepared for the battle of the budget bulge, right? Is it just me, or does it feel like the holiday season pushes the starting line back earlier and...