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Why debit card rewards are so rare—and how Southland is changing the game

April 1, 2025 | 4 min

When you think of rewards points, your mind probably jumps to credit cards. That’s because the vast majority of rewards programs are tied to credit card spending—not debit cards.

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Step 12 of 12 Steps to Financial Wellness

April 7, 2023

Congratulations! You’ve reached the 12th and final step of the 12 Steps to Financial Wellness. In this step, we’ll review each of the previous steps and make adjustments as necessary.

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Step 11 of 12 Steps to Financial Wellness

March 31, 2023

The world of investing can be vast and confusing, especially to a first-timer. No worries though, Southland can help! Here’s how to start investing in five easy steps.

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Step 10 of 12 Steps to Financial Wellness

March 24, 2023

Now that you’ve learned how to indulge responsibly and are mindful of your credit score, it’s time to start planning for retirement.

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Step 9 of 12 Steps to Financial Wellness

March 17, 2023

Let’s explore the best ways to build and maintain an excellent credit score.

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Step 8 of 12 Steps to Financial Wellness

March 10, 2023

Now that you know how to spend mindfully, pay it forward and regularly set aside money for savings, you’re ready to learn how to indulge in the occasional expensive treat–responsibly.

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Step 7 of 12 Steps to Financial Wellness

March 3, 2023

Now that you’re managing your money well and you’ve even learned to share the gifts you’ve been given, it’s time to start perfecting the art of saving.

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Step 6 of 12 Steps to Financial Wellness

February 24, 2023

Now that you’ve started paying down debt, talking big money issues and spending mindfully, you’re now ready to think beyond your own needs by learning how to pay it forward.

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Step 5 of 12 Steps to Financial Wellness

February 17, 2023

When every indulgence and impulse buy is just a swipe away, it can be super-challenging to rein in that spending instinct – but it is possible. Here’s how to learn the art of mindful spending.

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Step 4 of 12 Steps to Financial Wellness

February 10, 2023

You’ve tracked your spending, created a budget and payed down some debt. Now you’re ready for step four, in which you’ll have the money talk with your partner.

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Step 3 of 12 Steps to Financial Wellness

January 30, 2023

You’ve tracked your spending, designed a budget, and you’re well on your way to financial wellness. In this next step, you’ll create a plan for paying down your existing debt.

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