Brian Roberts, who resides in Weston, joined Farm Credit’s Dawson branch in April 2023. The Association is proud to announce he has been promoted to Relationship Manager. Brian recently graduated from...
When you are starting on your home-buying journey – securing financing is one of the most essential pieces. Searching online you will find numerous lenders and that can get overwhelming. If you are...
Join Southwest Georgia Farm Credit and Farm Bureau Insurance for a FREE Webinar! Everyone needs estate planning, but most people don’t know when (or why) they should start. It’s never too early to...
Southwest Georgia Farm Credit is partnering again with agricultural experts to benefit young, beginning, and small operation farmers through an educational webinar. The association will host the...
To help ensure a bright future for rural communities, as well as the agricultural industry, Southwest Georgia Farm Credit presents several scholarship opportunities each year. Recipients of the 2023...
Southwest Georgia Farm Credit is pleased to announce that Jack Hittinger has joined the staff as a Relationship Manager in the Association’s Thomasville branch. Mr. Hittinger is a graduate of Florida...
How Much Mortgage Payment Can I Afford? How much is too much when you are thinking about purchasing your first home? The biggest mistake new homebuyers can do is thinking they can purchase a home more...
Southwest Georgia Farm Credit held its Annual Stockholders’ Meeting on February 21, 2023, in Leesburg, Georgia. Following the meeting, the Association conducted its election of directors and...
Pay Attention to PMI If you’re getting a conventional home loan, be sure to ask about private mortgage insurance. If you have less than a 20% down payment, PMI is required in order to protect your...
Reminder: To all Designated Voting Stockholders of Southwest Georgia Farm Credit as of the Record Date of December 31, 2022, be sure to cast your ballot by mail or our new online voting method by...
Did you buy a new home? Don’t be fooled! File your Homestead Exemption by April 1! April 1 might be April Fool’s Day, but don’t get fooled! Failing to apply for your homestead exemption by April 1...
BAINBRIDGE, GA—Southwest Georgia Farm Credit, a customer-owned financial institution, announced that it plans to distribute a portion of its profits to customers. Southwest Farm Credit will pay $6.4...
YIELD: Don’t Make These Home Buying Mistakes! So, you’re ready to buy a home! Maybe it’s your first home—and you’re excited and anticipating a smooth process from start to finish! Not so fast! Things...
Even In A Sellers’ Market, Concessions Are A Possibility Over the past couple of years, homeowners have had a nice advantage when they are ready to sell their homes. Covid, combined with an uptick in...
Make No Mistake: Your Credit Score Matters When You Get Ready To Buy A Home! You’ve heard how important it is to maintain a good credit score. It’s especially important if you’re thinking about buying...