Jun 9, 2023 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By: Charlestien Harris In keeping with the theme of National Homeownership Month, I want to educate my audience about various aspects of homeownership. This week, I will discuss the different types of loans available when purchasing a home. Owning a home is considered...
Jun 2, 2023 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By: Charlestien Harris June is recognized as National Homeownership Month, celebrating the value that owning a home brings to families, communities, and neighborhoods across America. During this month, I will be sharing information about the process of homeownership...
Jun 2, 2023 | News, Press Releases
West Memphis, Ark. – Southern Bancorp Community Partners (SBCP), a 501(c)(3) loan fund and Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), today announced Connie Sorrells as its newest Community Inclusion Lender. SBCP is the nonprofit arm of Southern Bancorp,...
May 26, 2023 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By: Charlestien Harris I know that the most popular month in which to get married is June, but why not get a head start by planning your finances while you plan that glorious occasion – the wedding? Getting started early on financial planning with your future mate is...
May 19, 2023 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris May is the month when May flowers spring up from the April showers, says the age-old adage. May is also celebrated as Older Americans Month. This month is all about giving older Americans a voice and focusing on their needs and ways to make their...
May 16, 2023 | News, Press Releases
Hurst will oversee lending operations in three of Southern Bancorp’s markets HERNANDO, Miss. – Southern Bancorp Bank today announced the promotion of Jeremy Hurst to Market Manager. Hurst has been with Southern Bancorp, a Community Development Financial Institution...
May 12, 2023 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris Mother’s Day is a special day set aside to honor the mother of the family unit, as well as motherhood and the maternal bond. Mothers have a great responsibility and influence in the dynamics of the family and in the decision-making process...
May 5, 2023 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris If you’ve been following the national banking news lately, you’ve probably heard a lot of talk about FDIC insurance, and you might even be wondering about your own deposits. To answer some of those questions, my article this month...
Apr 28, 2023 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien HarrisI am still trying to get as much factual information as I can to consumers, because what you don’t know can harm you – despite the old adage that says, “What you don’t know won’t hurt you.” Not knowing critical information can possibly do great...
Apr 21, 2023 | Blog, Financial Fitness
By Charlestien Harris With National Homeownership Month coming up in June, many consumers may have the notion of borrowing money on their minds. Financial literacy is an important topic, and I want to expand the knowledge of the consumer by explaining the process of...
