Close

Severe Weather Update: The Anderson branch in South Carolina will be closed today (5/9). Please check back for updates. 

Blog

Spotlight: Dr. Amanda Whitener

The cattle initially sparked her interest in agriculture; however, she says the farmers inspired her passion for the dairy industry.
Read Full Article
Man, woman and baby sitting on a front porch step

Home Loan: How to Get Started

Do you feel like you're finally ready to buy your first home? Here's how to get started!
Read Full Article

6 Mistakes to Avoid When Closing a Land, Farm or Home Loan

Lenders see your application as an ongoing process and take in to account everything you do up until you sign your closing papers. Avoid these common mistakes to close your loan quickly!
Read Full Article
Flooded farmland

Crop Insurance Explained

We explain how crop insurance works and why it's important.
Read Full Article

How Lenders Use Your Credit Score and Credit History

What is a good credit score and how does a lender learn about your credit history? We will break that down into two parts.
Read Full Article

3 Ways to Stick to Your Budget

Need help sticking to your budget? Here are 3 tips!
Read Full Article
Woman with a baby on her hip petting a cow's head

Family Farm in Aiken, South Carolina

Acre by acre, the Cushmans made their farm uniquely their own with hardwork and patience.
Read Full Article
Pine trees

The Cost of Not Replanting Timberland

Take care of your timberland investment. Guest Blogger Ryan McCue discusses the importance of replanting your timberland after a harvest.
Read Full Article
Dirt road cutting through grassy land

5 Reasons Why You Should Buy Land Right Now

Interest rates have dropped and Guest Blogger Carter Group Real Estate is giving 5 reasons why you should buy land right now.
Read Full Article
Couple wearing "MJ's Gardens and Recreation Area" t-shirts with an arm around each other's waists

Active Military Couple Hobby Farms Near Columbia, South Carolina

MJ's Garden and Recreation Area is simply "a little garden or two and a place to hang out" according to Mike and Jess. Read their inspiration for their small blueberry farm here.
Read Full Article

Buy or Build: Here are 6 Questions to Help You Decide

We've created a handy flowchart and article discussing the questions you should ask yourself when deciding to buy or build.
Read Full Article

What is Earnest Money?

Guest blogger National Land Reality discusses earnest money and if there is a difference between earnest money for home purchases compared to land purchases.
Read Full Article

Mortgage Terminology Explained

Confused on all of the mortgage lingo? Here's a list of common mortgage terms explained!
Read Full Article
Ken and LeighAnn sitting on a large piece of digging equipment

Inside Look at the Home Construction Process

Follow along as AgSouth members, Ken and LeighAnn, document their home construction journey from finding the perfect property to building their dream home.
Read Full Article
Loan application, pen, glasses, and calculator

How to Improve Your Credit Score

Improve your credit score for big purchases using these tips!
Read Full Article