Whether you’re a current resident or thinking of moving to the Greater Athens area, the classic city is a perfect place to call home. Let our local construction loan experts help you build your dream home.
We’re Your Neighbors
The team members here at the Watkinsville-Athens BankSouth branch are happy to be the first to welcome you to your new hometown of the greater Athens area! Having been around for over 75 years, BankSouth has been privileged to witness the growth and prosperity of this region over time. We are proud supporters of the University of Georgia – as many of the team members are alums – and can’t wait to help you call our home your home.
Experts in Lending + Construction Loan Management
When buying or building a home in Athens, Georgia, it’s important to have someone you can trust to walk you through every step of the process. Our local lenders help you select the right new construction loan for you, and our construction loan management team helps you stay on top of your budget when paying your builder and contractors.
Manage Your Loan Budget
Manage your construction budget, payments, and inspections with simplified technology.
Your local Athens-Watkinsville lending team makes it easy to stay on top of your construction loan budget and make withdrawals from your construction loan as your new home build progresses. We replace spreadsheets and other manual processes with our state-of-the-art technology to keep up with every aspect of construction. BankLabs will be your one-stop shop for all things related to your new home. You can request draws, view progress inspections and photos, and receive timely alerts.
Credit and collateral are subject to approval. Terms and conditions apply.