Blog – Uplift Bank

Your Finances: A Trick or Treat?

Dustin Jayroe — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:13:29 +0000

By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Coach at Uplift Bank The countdown to Halloween has officially begun, and now is the time to make sure your candy and treats are stocked and ready to distribute. Halloween is traditionally celebrated on October 31 and usually involves children and families visiting neighborhood homes or designated places to collect […]

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Create a Financial Review Plan and Stick to It!

Dakota Felder — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:38:50 +0000

By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Coach at Southern Bancorp October is celebrated as National Financial Planning Month. This observance was first introduced in 2002 by the Financial Planning Association to encourage people to review their financial habits and prepare for the year ahead. It is an excellent time to take a thorough look at your […]

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Open Enrollment Season is Here!

Dakota Felder — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:45:47 +0000

By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Coach at Southern Bancorp If you’re like me, you may be a little tired of all the open enrollment commercials bombarding your television screen. Open enrollment is your annual opportunity to review, change, or enroll in health and workplace benefits for the upcoming year. Typically, enrollment periods run from October […]

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Your 2025 Tax Extension is Due by October 15

Dustin Jayroe — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:24:47 +0000

By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Coach at Southern Bancorp April 15 was the official IRS deadline for filing your 2025 tax return. If you needed additional time to file, you could request an extension by the April tax filing deadline. Doing so gives you until October 15, 2026, to file your return without incurring late-filing […]

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Ways to Protect Yourself or Your Business Against Cybersecurity Attacks

Dakota Felder — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:19:00 +0000

By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Coach at Southern Bancorp According to statistics provided by VikingCloud, approximately 59% of businesses experience a successful cyberattack each year, and projections indicate that as many as 76% of organizations will face at least one ransomware attempt annually. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an annual global initiative dedicated to promoting […]

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Understanding How Gap Insurance Works

Dakota Felder — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:28:36 +0000

By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Counselor at Southern Bancorp You may be asking yourself: What exactly does gap insurance cover, and do I really need it? That’s a question I get from time to time, so I thought I would share some factual information and let you make your own decision. Gap insurance covers the […]

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Healthcare Budgeting: Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account

Dakota Felder — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:43 +0000

By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Coach at Southern Bancorp When you sign up for health insurance, your insurance provider or employer typically gives you information to review. However, you may not always understand everything you are reading, and the information can quickly become overwhelming, especially when you are faced with decisions that will directly affect your […]

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Are You Prepared for a Disaster?

Dustin Jayroe — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:43:11 +0000

By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Coach at Southern Bancorp September is National Preparedness Month. Consumer safety becomes especially important when severe weather threatens your area. It is essential to understand your local risks, build an emergency preparedness kit, and create a family communication plan so you are ready when disaster strikes. Disaster preparedness saves lives, […]

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The Difference Between Actual Cost vs Replacement Cost

Dustin Jayroe — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:01:11 +0000

By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Coach at Southern Bancorp September is National Insurance Month. Insurance plays a vital role in your financial well-being. Accidents happen and storms come, but one way to protect yourself from financial hardship is to have the proper insurance coverage. Insurance is a contract, represented by a policy, in which an […]

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Choosing the Right Meal Plan for College

Dakota Felder — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:23:22 +0000

By Charlestien Harris, Retired Financial Coach at Southern Bancorp Meal plans can be an expensive part of the college experience if you are not careful. Most schools offer several meal plan options, so it is important to compare them and choose the one that best fits your needs and eating habits. There are several factors […]

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