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Buying a home is one of the best ways to build generational wealth for your family and add to your own net worth. But whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, the homebuying process can be intimidating.
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.

Looking for something more in-depth?

We offer: 

  • Financial Education
  • One-on-ones
  • Workshops
  • Courses
  • Outreach
  • Partnership

Contact us today to find out what we can do for you!

Learn More About Financial Development

Learn More About Financial Development

Take Advantage of Tax-Time Savings Opportunities

Take Advantage of Tax-Time Savings Opportunities

By Janie Ginocchio In April 2019, we announced that Gov. Asa Hutchinson signed Act 774 of 2019, which required two direct deposit lines on the state income tax form so you could split your state refund into two bank accounts. This year, we facilitated the passage...

10 Ways to Safely Shop Online this Holiday Season

10 Ways to Safely Shop Online this Holiday Season

By Charlestien Harris During this time of year, everyone is gearing up for a busy online shopping season, especially scammers. Risks of getting scammed are higher during the holidays, but you can keep your money safe by following these simple online shopping tips....

Have You Included the Cost of a Will in Your Budget?

Have You Included the Cost of a Will in Your Budget?

By Charlestien Harris Covid-19 has forced many of us to take a closer look at our finances and estate planning.  Often overlooked, finances are a big part of the survival of family members after the death of a loved one. It is a subject that most people don’t like to...

Rules to Keep Your Debit Card Safe Anytime

Rules to Keep Your Debit Card Safe Anytime

By Charlestien Harris This pandemic has forced us to change the way we conduct business and everyday tasks such as eating out, receiving healthcare and paying our bills. One of the main ways consumers meet their financial obligations is through the use of a debit...