Jul 3, 2024 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris In the month of July, the nation celebrates its freedom. Also called Independence Day, the Fourth of July is a public holiday in the United States of America that commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, which...
Jun 28, 2024 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris Throughout the month of June, I have been writing about National Homeownership Month. As I wrap up talking about homeownership, I would like to close out this month by discussing two very important topics that are vital to the process of...
Jun 21, 2024 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris I hope that last week’s article helped you understand the home buying process terms a little better. It is my desire to educate my audience and to make a difference in their lives. Going into the process armed with knowledge can make the...
Jun 18, 2024 | News, Press Releases
Little Rock, Ark. – Southern Bancorp, Inc., a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), has announced Joycelin Randle as its Senior Manager, Investor Relations & Stakeholder Engagement, a key role in supporting the mission-focused organization’s impact...
Jun 14, 2024 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris Buying a home can be a very exciting experience, but like most industries, the housing industry has its own language or jargon used to describe certain transactions when purchasing a home. Usually, the consumer is so excited about the process...
Jun 7, 2024 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris June is celebrated as National Homeownership Month! It can be an exciting time for a first-time home buyer or a more pleasant experience for a family looking to upgrade to a larger home. Several factors can affect your ability to purchase a home,...
May 30, 2024 | Blog, Financial Fitness
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...
May 24, 2024 | Blog, Financial Fitness
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...
May 17, 2024 | Blog, Financial Fitness
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...