May 30, 2025 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris May is National Moving Month, which kicks off one of the busiest moving seasons of the year. It’s also when home sales begin to rise, and people start making big changes. Moving can be a hassle and a chore, and it often brings more change than...
May 23, 2025 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Counselor at Southern Bancorp Some people may look for pennies – especially if they’re on the ground – and pick them up. Others may carry a found penny for good luck or put the first penny they receive in their pocket. Either...
May 2, 2025 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris Last week, we talked about May being National Mental Health Awareness Month and how your mental health can affect your finances. This week, I want to also celebrate the month of May as National Recommitment Month. Making a commitment can often...
Mar 21, 2025 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris Even though we celebrated St. Patrick’s Day this past Monday, it is never too late to work on keeping your finances “in the green.” Some of us are all too familiar with the term “in the red” when it comes to our finances; nevertheless, some...
Feb 28, 2025 | Blog, Financial Fitness
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...
Feb 21, 2025 | Blog, Financial Fitness
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...
Feb 7, 2025 | Blog, Financial Fitness
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...
Jan 31, 2025 | Financial Fitness
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...
Jan 24, 2025 | Blog, Financial Fitness
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...
Jan 3, 2025 | Financial Fitness
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...
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