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Ways to Build Generational Wealth
By Charlestien Harris February is recognized as Black History Month, and we wanted to join in the festivities by recognizing the rich history that has been established over the years. One of the best ways to honor ancestral history is to take steps to build wealth...
Need-to-Know Financial Aid Facts in February
By Charlestien Harris February is Financial Aid Awareness Month. With all that is going on right now, this is a great time to highlight the importance of understanding and accessing financial aid resources. This is the perfect opportunity to explore the various...
Love Your Money and Your Honey
By Charlestien Harris It’s February, and love is in the air! It is not impossible to entertain the idea that you can love your money with your honey. Historically, statistics state that money is one of the top reasons most couples fight and can end a marriage. Your...
How to Celebrate Frugal February!
By Charlestien Harris Whew! You made it through the first month of the year. Now what? What else can you do to improve or strengthen your finances? I am glad you asked! Frugal February is a month-long effort to be more financially responsible and save money. The idea...
Are Your Financial Goals Still Realistic?
By Charlestien Harris January is the start of a new year, and it may be time for you to rethink or set new goals for 2025! Life comes with unexpected twists and turns, and your financial goals may need to change with the new year. Determining your short-term and...
Southern Bancorp: Wealth Builders for Everyone!
By Charlestien Harris Who wants to build wealth…raise your hand! Most of us aspire to be financially stable during our lifetime. Being financially sound and knowing how to build your wealth can take different paths depending on the goals you set for yourself. What is...
Cost of Medicare Increasing in 2025: Here’s What to Know
By Charlestien Harris I know, I know – nobody wants to hear about higher costs coming in the new year! But you should be prepared because the higher costs are coming regardless of whether you are prepared or not. For some seniors, this means making major adjustments...
Giving Tuesday: A Good Time to Consider the Tax Benefits
By Charlestien Harris The Tuesday after Thanksgiving is commonly known as Giving Tuesday. It is when many people choose to make charitable donations to qualified organizations. People making charitable donations for Giving Tuesday, or at any time during the year,...