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Southern Bancorp Launches, Opens Applications for Minority Business Empowerment Program
Program provides no-cost technical assistance and funding readiness for minority-owned businesses Little Rock, Ark. – Southern Bancorp Community Partners (SBCP), a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and partner of Southern Bancorp, Inc., has officially...
Southern Bancorp Featured by CardRates.com
Southern Bancorp’s unique mission and the vital role we play in helping underserved people and places was recently featured by CardRates.com in an article titled “Southern Bancorp Balances Profits with Purpose to Elevate Underserved Families and...
Getting Ready for College and Beyond
By: Charlestien Harris May is the season for graduations! I just returned from my grandson’s celebration this past week in Alabama, as a matter of fact. But May can also be a time of reflection and preparation. Finances are a big part of why many students don’t choose...
Preparing for Homeownership in May
By Charlestien Harris June is known as Homeownership Month, and if you plan to become a homeowner, now is the time to start preparing to make your homeownership dream come true. It has long been said that owning a home is part of the American Dream, and if that is one...
Budget-Friendly Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas
By Charlestien Harris May is the month that recognizes the hard work and dedication that a teacher has poured into your child all year long. Why not show your appreciation by sharing a budget-friendly gift with that special educator in your child’s life? Teacher...
Graduation Gifts That Make $ense!
By Charlestien Harris Graduation season has arrived, which means it’s time to think about that special gift you would like to give to that extra special graduate in your life! While this time of year can be full of excitement and splendor, it can also be stressful...
Southern Bancorp Adds Two Bilingual Lenders in Little Rock
Little Rock, Ark. – Southern Bancorp Bank, a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), today announced two additions to its lending staff and overall Hispanic outreach in Central Arkansas. Arturo Moraga has joined the CDFI as a Commercial Loan Officer, and...
Budget-Friendly Home Maintenance Projects in May
By Charlestien Harris May is a great time to find deep discounts on materials for home maintenance or home improvement projects you plan to tackle this summer. I know that June is when we will celebrate National Homeownership Month, but having a plan can help reduce...