Southland News

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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Scam Alert: How to Avoid Gift Card Scams

February 24, 2021

If a stranger asks you to pay them with a gift card for something, it's a scam. Every time.

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Your free credit score may not be accurate - here's why

February 17, 2021

The truth is that you actually don’t have one universal credit score. Find out why.

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5 Budget-Friendly Valentine's Day Ideas

February 10, 2021

Celebrate your loved ones without breaking the bank!

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COVID-19 Scams to Watch Out for

February 3, 2021

Scammers are taking advantage of the pandemic to offer their phony services at a price: your money and personal information.

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Everything You Need To Know About Your 2nd Stimulus Payment

January 12, 2021

Southland has all the information about who will be receiving a 2nd stimulus payment and when they should expect it.

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Investing for the Future

January 6, 2021

There are important steps to take to help see if you assets are sufficient enough to support your lifestyle standards.

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Ask Tom Your Financial Questions

January 6, 2021

Ask President & CEO, Tom Lent, your financial questions!

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How will stimulus payments and unemployment affect your 2020 taxes?

December 22, 2020

You may be asking yourself: Am I going to be taxed on the federal aid I have received in 2020?

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Financial Moves To Make in 2021

December 16, 2020

Consider making some positive financial moves in the new year.

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How To Use a HELOC as an Emergency Fund

December 10, 2020

If you're unable to save for an emergency fund, a HELOC could be a great solution.

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