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New ATM Location!

Great news! Our new ATM in Woodbine is now OPEN and ready for your convenience! It is located in the IGA parking lot at 908 Georgia Avenue across from Dollar General. We are excited about this new addition and hope you will be, too. Stop by and try it out today!

Attention Callahan Customers:

Our Callahan lobby and drive-thru will be closed on Monday, 8/26/2024, through Thursday, 8/29/2024, due to our renovation project. Please contact us via phone at 904.879.2613 with any inquiries. Our deposit-taking ATM as well as our online, mobile and voice banking channels remain available for your banking convenience 24/7. Contact information for other offices with […]

Southeastern Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta Award $270,000 Grant to Support Temporary Housing for Homeless Veterans

Darien, Ga., March 27, 2024 – Southeastern Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHLB Atlanta) announce today that a $270,000 grant has been awarded to Golden Isles Veterans Village, a development of 30 tiny homes and a community center for homeless veterans in Brunswick, Georgia. The funds from FHLBank Atlanta’s […]

Southeastern Bank Celebrates Nine Rocket Mortgage Awards

We are super proud of Angela Warren and the Bank’s mortgage team for receiving NINE awards from Rocket Mortgage for top production in 2023. Overall, Southeastern Bank ranked #4 nationwide among banks that partnered with Rocket Mortgage. Are you buying or building a home? Are you a veteran? A first time homebuyer? We offer special […]

Tutorial Videos

Southeastern Bank recently implemented a major technology upgrade. Need help navigating the new system? Click the link below to browse tutorial videos on the First-Time Logging In, Digital Banking Dashboard, ACH, Account Recovery, and more. Tutorials – Click to Watch!

Platform Upgrade: Important Customer Information

Southeastern Bank is implementing a major technology upgrade that will transform your banking experience. The transition from our existing system to our new system begins the afternoon of Thursday, August 3rd and will be completed Monday, August 7th. The information below is your guide to our new banking platform. We are excited about the enhancements our […]

Southeastern Bank Creates Scholarship in Memory of Ed Gray

Southeastern Bank has created the Edward R. Gray, Jr. Memorial Scholarship at the College of Coastal Georgia in honor of Gray’s work and strong support of education. The Edward R. Gray, Jr. Memorial Scholarship will benefit students in their junior or senior year at the College who are majoring in accounting or general business with […]

Southeastern Bank’s Jay Torbert Installed as Board Member of the Georgia Bankers Association

Donald “Jay” Torbert, Jr., president and CEO of Southeastern Bank, headquartered in Darien, has been elected to serve a three-year term on the Board of Directors of the Georgia Bankers Association (GBA). “We are delighted to welcome Jay to the GBA board, and we look forward to benefiting from his wealth of experience and insight […]

Southeastern Bank Ranked in S&P Global Market Intelligence’s 2022 Top 100 Community Banks

Southeastern Bank has been ranked #20 in the Southeast and #87 Nationally on S&P Global Market Intelligence’s lists of top performing community banks. We congratulate our entire Southeastern Bank team on their hard work in achieving this honor! See the S&P Global link here: S&P Global Market Intelligence Ranks the Best-Performing Community Banks, Credit Unions […]

Money Talks: Looking for Love

Country music artist Johnny Lee sang about looking for love in all the wrong places. If social media sites and dating apps had been prevalent in 1980, Lee might have encountered a romance scammer on his quest. What is a romance scam? You might meet someone special on Facebook or another app. They’re charming, […]

Christmas Blessings

Southeastern Bank has partnered with 90.7 Way Radio to bring joy to five families in need this holiday season. Golden Isles families who’ve come upon hard times can be nominated to receive a $500 VISA gift card. A family will be awarded each Monday beginning November 21 through December 19. The last day for nominations […]

Inclement Weather Update – Tropical Storm Ian

We will maintain normal operating hours at all branches other than Richmond Hill tomorrow. In Richmond Hill, we will delay opening until 11 a.m. given their closer proximity to the storm based on current forecasts. Any additional updates on Friday operating hours will be posted on our website at www.southeasternbank.com and Facebook.

Financial Fitness Includes Identity Protection

When it comes to achieving financial fitness, most people immediately think of budgeting, debt management and retirement plans – and rightly so! They all play a huge part in financial success. However, another component of financial well-being is understanding how to protect yourself from ID theft. Check out the following tips to help stop scams […]

Money-Saving Tips

Sometimes, the hardest part of saving money is getting started! Budgeting doesn’t have to be scary or restrictive. In fact, a few simple changes to your daily routine can yield small savings that will add up over time. As a first step, determine how much money to save. Depending on your needs (more on “needs” […]

FTC Data Show Romance Scams Hit Record High

New data spotlight shows reported losses up nearly 80 percent from 2020 New data from the Federal Trade Commission show that more consumers than ever report falling prey to romance scammers. Consumers reported losing $547 million in 2021 alone. A newly released data spotlight shows that in 2021 reported losses to romance scammers were up […]

5 Tips to Financial Fitness

Have you resolved to be less stressed about finances this year? If so, Southeastern Bank has some great tips to help you say “goodbye” to financial worries and “hello” to financial fitness! Budgeting is ALL about planning. Take back the power of your finances with a smart, well-laid plan that includes: Savings – Save for […]

Torbert Named President

The Board of Directors of Southeastern Bank is proud to announce its election of Jay Torbert as President effective July 1, 2021. Con Holland will continue as CEO and Chairman of the Bank as well as President, CEO and Chairman of the Bank’s parent company, Southeastern Banking Corporation. With this appointment, Torbert joins the Bank […]

Four Signs It’s A Scam

Online scams are real and happen more than you think! Recognizing common signs of a scam can help you avoid them. Check out these four common signs of a scam: Scammers pretend to be from an organization you know. Scammers often pretend to be contacting you on behalf of the government or a familiar and […]

5 Tips for Staying Financially Resilient

The first few months of the year are a great time to focus on your finances. With the right plan in place, you can stick to your financial resolutions and end 2021 in better shape than you started. The following tips may help: Know where your money goes. Take back the power of your finances […]

Southeastern Bank Promotes Michael Hendrix to Senior Vice President

Michael Hendrix, a commercial lender at Southeastern Bank’s Brunswick office, has been named Senior Vice President. Nearing his 15th year in the industry, Hendrix has a strong background not only in commercial lending but consumer and real estate lending as well. Hendrix is a native of Jesup and graduate of Georgia Southern. “One thing I’d […]

Business Cybersecurity Tips!

Every year, businesses fall victim to cybercrime. Staying up-to-date on the latest fraud trends is one way to protect your business – and all your hard work. The American Bankers Association recommends the following tips to protect yourself and your business: Keep your computers and mobile devices up-to-date. Having the latest security software, web browser […]

Southeastern Bank Promotes Lorra Britt to Vice President

Lorra Britt, Branch Manager of Southeastern Bank’s Callahan office, was recently named Vice President. With nearly 30 years in banking, Britt’s expertise lies in customer service and branch management. And in those three decades, there’s not much Britt hasn’t seen or done, whether it’s helping customers build their first home, open a deposit account for […]

Online and Mobile Banking Maintenance

Southeastern Bank’s Online and Mobile Banking platforms, including the SE Mobile Banking App, will be down on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST to enable new and upcoming features. With the update Wednesday, customers will have the option to enable push notifications! And in the near future, mobile deposit will […]

Southeastern Bank Names Angie Groover Vice President

Angie Groover, Branch Manager of Southeastern Bank’s Darien and Eulonia offices, was recently promoted to Vice President. Starting her banking career as a teller, Groover has worked in virtually every department, including loan operations, bookkeeping and compliance. All of this experience has prepared her well to handle the challenge of managing two offices, all with […]

Southeastern Bank Names Debra Crews Vice President

Debra Crews, Branch Manager of Southeastern Bank’s Nahunta office, has been named Vice President. With 30 years in banking, Crews has experience in every department and a strong background in customer service and lending. Crews attributes her career success to working in all areas. “I believe it’s very important for employees to know the ins […]

Money Management

With the recent disruption of COVID-19, many people are worried about adverse effects on their budgets. Taking some practical steps to manage your money can give you a better handle on your finances right now. If you’re worried about making payments on your loan, contact your loan officer. Communication is key and we’re here to […]

Introducing Brella!

If you could stop fraud in its tracks, at the very first attempt of someone else trying to use your debit card, wouldn’t you want to do it? Of course, you would! You can do just that with the Brella™ app. Brella is a free mobile app that helps protect you from fraud by sending […]

Recent Scammer Trends

Be vigilant as fraudsters take advantage of uncertainty among both individuals and business owners during these difficult times. Scammers might text, email or call you, asking for banking information or claiming they can help you with COVID-19 payments or relief. Don’t give any personal information to someone you don’t know who is soliciting you. The […]

Lobby Closures due to COVID-19

Beginning Friday, March 20, Southeastern Bank will close all lobbies due to COVID-19 precautions; however, drive-thru service will be available at all locations and digital channels, including online, mobile and voice banking, will remain available 24/7. Appointments can be made for access to safe deposit boxes and other services that cannot be handled via the […]

Coronavirus Preparedness

To our customers and friends: With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) a dominant topic in the news and in our communities, I want to provide you, our valued customer, with an update on how Southeastern Bank is working to continue to meet your financial needs at this challenging time. Our highest priorities are the health and safety […]

Perks of Mobile Banking

Southeastern Bank knows convenience is key for our customers! With mobile banking, we can be wherever you are – on your smartphone or tablet, 24/7. With SE Mobile, you can: View account balances Review transaction history Transfer funds Pay bills Establish account alerts Find nearby Southeastern Bank branches and ATM locations Call Southeastern Bank customer […]

Find Mortgage Success with Southeastern Bank!

At Southeastern Bank, we know buying a home is a big deal! And whether this home purchase is your first, you’re looking to downsize or you’re buying an investment property or second home, Southeastern Bank is here to help. And our partnership with Quicken Loans Premier provides even more financing options. Our mortgage lenders focus […]

Online Shopping During the Holidays

Shopping online has become second nature for many of us – the internet offers convenience not available from other shopping outlets. Two clicks and a package is on its way! Unfortunately, the internet is also convenient for hackers and scammers, giving them numerous ways to access shoppers’ personal and financial information. Scammers who obtain your […]

Lend a Helping Hand

While Hurricane Dorian spared our area her worst wrath, there are some people without power or who have debris in their yards. Beyond our service area, some areas in the Carolinas received more significant damage from tornadoes spawned by Dorian, along with flooding. And of course, the damage in the Bahamas is catastrophic in every […]

Welcome Home! Eulonia Branch Reopening November 27th!

After rebuilding post Hurricane Matthew, our new facility in Eulonia opens on November 27th. Our operating hours will be: Lobby: Mon. – Thurs. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Fri. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Drive- Thru: Mon. – Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Our deposit-capable […]

Grand Opening Celebration on St. Simons!

Ready to take a peek at the newest bank on the island? Join us Friday, November 9th, as we celebrate our new St. Simons location at 21 Market Street! Official Ribbon Cutting: 10:30 a.m. Lunch On Us: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m Small Bites & Open House: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome! Take […]

Southeastern Bank to Sponsor Coin Exchange of Cumberland Island National Seashore Quarter

Southeastern Bank announces that it will serve as the official bank sponsor for the upcoming launch of the America the Beautiful Quarter program’s new Cumberland Island National Seashore quarter. The U.S. Mint, National Park Service and others will host a ceremonial launch of the new quarter on Thursday, August 30that 10:00 a.m. at the Camden […]

Ready to buy a house? Sweet!

Buying a house is a big deal. It’s one of the most important financial decisions you will ever make, but also one of the most exciting! Mortgages and Southeastern Bank go together like cookies and milk! And whether this home purchase is your first, you’re looking to downsize or you’re buying an investment property or second home, […]

New Debit Card Alert!

In August 2017, Southeastern Bank will be changing to a new debit card program that offers you great new benefits. Watch your mail. If you don’t receive your new card by the end of August, please contact your local branch. Your new PIN will arrive in the mail a few days after your card. If […]

Tips to Help You Avoid Financial Scams in 2017

Financial scammers are out there, and they are constantly looking for new victims. Southeastern Bank helps its customers with knowledge and tools to recognize and avoid these scams that can cause financial nightmares. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has identified the following five scams as most common: IRS Scams – Phony IRS calls have declined […]

Travel Tips & Using Your Debit Card

Are you making plans to travel soon? Call us if you plan to be out of the area and we will add travel notes to your account. We also recommend taking more than one form of payment so you’ll be prepared for any unexpected needs. No matter where you are, when making a purchase with your […]

SEB Richmond Hill Branch to Host Business After Hours February 16th

Southeastern Bank’s Richmond Hill branch is looking forward to hosting a Business After Hours event on February 16th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. This monthly Business After Hours is an informal networking event, generally on the third Thursday of the month. Food and beverages will be provided. Southeastern Bank’s Richmond Hill branch is located at 2004 U.S. […]

Personal Budgeting Equals Less Holiday Stress And A Happier New Year

Let’s face it. As much as we love the holidays – they do come with a fair amount of stress, a lot of which is brought on by financial worries. But Southeastern Bank has some great budgeting tips to help you enjoy the holiday season with less stress while also prepping you for 2017! Being […]

SEB Hosts Business After Hours December 1st – Folkston Branch

Southeastern Bank is hosting a Business After Hours event on Thursday, December 1st from 5–7pm at our Folkston branch on 4233 Second Street, North in Folkston. Come and celebrate the Holiday Season with our local community bank. Enjoy holiday refreshments and an opportunity to network. Bring your business cards to share and enter the raffle. […]

Eulonia Office Closed Due to Hurricane Damage

Southeastern Bank’s Eulonia office is temporarily closed due to damage from Hurricane Matthew.

Hurricane Matthew Bank Schedule

Due to the potential impact of Hurricane Matthew in our communities, all Southeastern Bank locations will be closed Thursday, October 6 beginning at 1 p.m. and all day Friday, October 7. Reminder: The bank will also be closed on Monday, October 10 for Columbus Day, which is a federal holiday. If you have personal or […]

St. Simons Island Food + Spirits Festival October 5-9

A celebration of the bounty of Georgia’s coast returns this October 5-9, 2016 with the St. Simons Island Food + Spirits Festival. Known as one of the finest showcases of coastal cuisine, wine, beer, spirits and entertainment in the South! This year the festival is expanding into a pleasure-packed culinary celebration with the marquee event, […]

Business After Hours – King & Prince Golf Resort in St. Simons 9/22

You are invited to mingle and network with leading business professionals in our area. Bring plenty of business cards! This month’s Brunswick/Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is being held at the King & Prince Golf Resort in St. Simons Island on September 22nd. The event will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 […]

Your Community Bank. For Over 125 Years.

Recently, it was announced that South State Bank, headquartered in Columbia, SC, is acquiring Southeastern Bank Financial Corporation, parent company to Georgia Bank and Trust. Since there is a South State Bank in Richmond Hill, where we also have a branch location, we want to assure you that Southeastern Bank Financial Corporation is in no way related or […]

Darien Chamber Dinner June 17th

Come join in on the Chamber of Commerce Annual Chamber Dinner. The dinner will be held at the Sapelo Saltwater Fishing Club, located at 3575 Old Shellman RD NE, Shellman Bluff, Ga. For more information, call 912-437-6684.

3rd Annual Glynn County Volunteer Firefighter Golf Classic

This year marks the 3rd year of the annual Glynn County Volunteer Firefighter Golf Classic. Come out for a day of fun on the beautiful Sea Palms Golf Resort on May 21st. It’s a four-man team scramble with a siren start at 9:00 a.m. $100 per person or $350 per team includes tournament fee, shared cart […]

Brunswick’s Rhythm on the River May 1st

Join Brunswick’s best for some spring fun! Grab the children, a picnic basket, your favorite beverage and join your neighbors for Jamie Renee and the Walkers at Rhythm on the River. 6:00 pm, May 1st at Mary Ross Waterfront Park (Corner of Gloucester & Bay). Admission is free. Click here for more information.

Richmond Hill Chamber Lunch & Learn April 19th

Join the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce for a Lunch & Learn program on April 19th from 12pm to 1:30pm at the RHBC Chamber Office on 2591 US Hwy. 17, ste. 100 in Richmond Hill, GA. Topic will be “What is Public Relations and how it can build your business?” The lunch is complimentary for RHBC Chamber […]

Leadership Bryan Alumni Association Luncheon March 22nd

Join the Leadership Bryan Alumni Association for a luncheon March 22nd at Bubba’s Bistro (in the Ways Station Shopping Center) 2457 U.S. Why 17 in Richmond Hill from 12pm to 1pm. RSVP’s are required for the luncheon, please call or e-mail Brianne Yontz at 756-3444 or byontz@RHBCchamber.org. This event is for all graduates of the Leadership Bryan program […]

Richmond Hill Chamber Business After Hours March 10th

Join Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce for a Business After Hours event on March 10th from 5:30pm to 7pm, hosted by H&L Tire and Auto Repairs. The event will be held at 60 Longwood Drive in Richmond Hill. This is a great opportunity to network and mingle with fellow business men and women in our […]

Celebrate Winners of Bryan County’s “Best of” February 25th

Bryan County News invites you to celebrate the Winners of Bryan’s Favorites 2016 (The Best of Bryan County, chosen by the Bryan County News’ Readers) at the Richmond Hill City Center, February 25th from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Light Hors d’oeuvres will be served. Casual attire. RSVP REQUIRED – please call (912) 756-2668 or email ccaines@bryancountynews.com.

St. Mary’s Mardi Gras Festival February 6th

On February 6th, the St. Mary’s Mardi Gras Festival will follow a “Thrill of Victory” this year, so get out your team gear! The festival features all family-friendly activities including a 7 a.m. ColorRun, a 10 a.m. parade, and vendors (offering arts, crafts, food and activities) from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The center stage will be […]

Richmond Hill/Bryan County Chamber’s Annual Meeting and Dinner January 21st

The Richmond Hill/Bryan County Chamber of Commerce will host its Annual Meeting and Dinner Banquet Thursday, January 21st at 6:00 p.m. at the Richmond Hill City Center featuring best-selling author, educator and entrepreneur Stedman Graham as the keynote speaker. Graham is chairman and CEO of S. Graham & Associates (SGA), a management and marketing consulting […]

Saving for College – How to Make it More Manageable

Graduation is upon us for high school students across the country, and college or post high school education is the next step for many graduates. No doubt a college education can be costly, but according to the U.S. Census Bureau data, someone with a college degree can earn, on average, 60 percent more than a […]

eStatements – Easy on You and the Environment

As Southeastern Bank continues bringing you tips and information on our online and mobile banking, we want to introduce you to eStatements. Receiving your statements online isn’t just a great way to help the environment – it also cuts down on clutter, helping you get organized AND it reduces the risk of identity theft. Besides […]

A How-To on Transferring Funds To/From Your Online Accounts

There will come a day – if that day hasn’t already happened – that you will need to transfer funds between your online accounts. Transferring funds to and from any of your online accounts can seem like a daunting task, but Southeastern Bank’s online banking system makes it really easy. A few clicks, and you’re […]

Viewing and Printing Your Statements – Easier Than You Think!

Does viewing and then printing your statements from the internet seem like a daunting task? Southeastern Bank makes online banking easy, and viewing statements and printing them out is no exception. From the Accounts Statement page, you can view and print statements. Choose the account you want to review from the dropdown menu, select the […]

Southeastern Bank Online Banking Tip #4: Controlling Visible History of Transactions

As we continue our online banking educational series, our 4th tip is about controlling the viewable history of transactions within your account(s). You can now control the amount of history items (or the number of days worth of history you see) as a default for each account. This can be nice to help speed up […]

Saving for a Large Purchase

Traditionally when you think about saving for a large purchase, you think about saving for a car or home. However, there are other short-term and life event purchases that could also fall into this category. For example, a new computer, vacation, college or a wedding could all fall into the large purchase category. No matter […]

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