If you find yourself hearing one of these five common phrases, it’s time to pause and evaluate if you are being targeted by a scammer.
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Colleen Stefanek Named SESLOC Young Change Maker for Wide Range of Community Involvement
Colleen Stefanek is the SESLOC Young Change Maker for August 2025 for her work with Habitat for Humanity and other volunteer causes.
What 2025 Tax Changes Mean for Your Wallet
Starting in the 2025 tax filing year, a new federal law will allow some borrowers to deduct the interest paid on qualifying auto loans. But there are a few important details to understand before making decisions.
Recent Expansion of our Home Equity Line of Credit Program
SESLOC is making it possible to access more of the value in your homes, giving you more options to unlock cash when you need it.
Strategies for Managing Financial Stress and Anxiety
Everyone can learn from missteps and change financial habits. Consider these money moves to help reduce the stress over finances.
How to Figure Out if Your Hobby is a Business
When does your hobby become a business? There are two answers to that question: Your answer and the one in the language set out by the IRS.
What to Watch For in Natural Disaster Scams
How can you protect yourself from additional loss? Here’s what you need to know about impersonation scams after a natural disaster.
Making Sense of Mortgage Interest
Interest affects your mortgage payments in a big way, and not understanding how it works can negatively impact your path to home ownership.
Jen Foss Named SESLOC Young Change Maker for Southern California Horse Rescue Efforts
Jen Foss is an Atascadero business owner, dirt bike rider, and is well known for her support of community events. However, one of her greatest achievements was organizing a supply drive for those affected by the Southern California wildfires and rescuing two ponies from the burn zone
Rebuilding Your Finances After a Natural Disaster
The road to recovery after a natural disaster can feel overwhelming, but taking a few key steps can help you begin the rebuilding process.
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2024 Year in Review
Your favorite credit union. Helping SESLOC Members Save today, and every day. SESLOC is a place for us all.
’Tis the Season for Savings
At SESLOC, we’re introducing new ways to help SESLOC Members Save. Whether you are just starting your financial journey, are an everyday saver, or have more to invest, there is something for everyone at SESLOC. We hope these benefits make your holidays more merry and bright and help you reach your financial goals and dreams in the coming year.
5 Ways to Level Up & Save More
Consider making moves to Level Up, with our new member benefits program.¹ Increasing benefits include select fee waivers, waived check orders, and rate discounts on new eligible consumer loans — all of which can help you save even more money and get ahead financially.
FAQs: Level Up Member Benefits Program
Here are the answers to common questions about Level Up, our new member benefits program.¹ Have more questions? Call us at (805) 543-1816 or visit any SESLOC branch:
SESLOC Takes Home Two Top Honors
SESLOC is pleased to announce that we have received two prestigious awards this year. The recognition we have earned serves as a testament to our commitment to excellence and dedication to providing exceptional financial services to our valued member-owners. We are proud to share this achievement with you, as it highlights our ongoing efforts to deliver top-tier products and services that meet and exceed the financial needs of our community.