Southland News

Fraud alert: Protecting yourself from impersonation calls

March 23, 2026

Fraudsters are impersonating financial institutions to steal personal information, making it important to recognize the warning signs and protect your accounts.

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How much income do you really need to buy a home in Southern California?

June 22, 2026

Learn what really impacts home affordability in Southern California and the small financial steps that can help make homeownership feel more possible.

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Should you rent or buy? How to decide what’s right for you

August 21, 2025

Trying to decide between renting and buying a home? This guide breaks down the financial factors, lifestyle considerations and local market trends to help you make the smart choice.

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DIY home improvement projects to try this summer

July 7, 2025

Kick off summer with simple DIY home upgrades! It’s the perfect season to refresh, maintain and improve your space.

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Lock While You Shop

June 15, 2025

Protect yourself from rising interest rates. Lock in your mortgage rate with Southland.

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SCU Participates in WISH Program for first-time homebuyers

June 4, 2024 | 10 min

Want to buy a home? Southland is offering WISH grants to help eligible first-time homebuyers

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10 ways to cut down your home energy costs

January 5, 2024

With environmental concerns and utility bills on the rise, there are several things you can do to reduce your energy consumption.

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About Trigger Leads

September 15, 2023

Now, if you’ve recently submitted a mortgage application, or plan to do so, you may have heard of “trigger leads.”

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Switching to solar

July 5, 2022

How to finance a home solar project in Southern California.

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Accessory Dwelling Units

July 1, 2022

How to finance an ADU, also known as an in-law unit, granny flat or backyard cottage.

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Home Loans

What is a HELOC and how can it be used?

March 3, 2022

How HELOCs work and three common ways to tap into your home's value

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