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SESLOC Awards Nearly $27,000 in 2025 Education Grants
SESLOC awarded $26,996.70 during the 2025 calendar year to teachers in San Luis Obispo and Northern Santa Barbara County. This brings the grand total amount to over $232,000 since the program’s inception in 2013.
Do a Quick Financial Check Up to End the Year
How do you know if you’re financially healthy? Here’s a checklist you can use to see where you stand before the end of the year.
SESLOC Preferred Dealer Program Expands to Fresno County
Starting December 5, 2025, SESLOC is welcoming 15 new dealerships to the Preferred Dealer Program in Clovis, Fresno, and Selma.
Do This, Not That: Plan Your 2026 Finances with Ease
Financial wellness does not have to mean strict spreadsheets. It is about taking small, actionable steps to feel more in control.
Buyer Beware When Online Holiday Shopping
As you prepare for your holiday shopping, SESLOC is here to help you stay secure with tips for avoiding common scams this time of year.
Should I Buy a House at the End of the Year?
Even though your mind may be on the holiday season, the end of the year may present an opportunity to get the keys for your next home.
Getting Started in Small Business in 2026
Here are three starting points towards creating a small business in 2026 that can help you build wealth for years to come.
Say Hello to Your NEW Level Up Dashboard
Log into Online Banking and look for the Level Up dashboard to see your current points and benefits in our easy-to-read charts.
Don’t Get Caught in Holiday Charity Scams
With so many organizations claiming to do good for the community, how can you tell between a legitimate non-profit and a scam posing as one?
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How The Credit Union Difference Serves You Daily
No matter where you live, credit unions play a critical role in ensuring a level playing field for everyone to achieve their financial goals.
SESLOC Earns Fourth “Best of the Best” Award in Five Years
For the fourth time in five years, SESLOC has been recognized by the leading member experience solution company as one of the top credit unions for customer experience in the United States
SESLOC Celebrates $50,000 in Save to Win Prizes to Members
We’re celebrating a major milestone in helping our members achieve their financial goals. Since launching the 12-month Save to Win Share Certificate¹ in November 2019, nearly 800 SESLOC members have won a combined $50,000 by opening an account with at least $25!
SESLOC Earns Third Consecutive SLO County Family-Friendly Workplace Award
For the third consecutive year, SESLOC is recognized as one of the best workplaces for families! We’re proud to announce our BLUE Diamond award from San Luis Obispo County Family-Friendly Workplaces for creating a family-friendly culture for all of our employees.
The NEW SESLOC Rewards: Shop, Earn Points and Get Rewarded
The new online home of SESLOC Rewards launched on January 23, 2025, giving you even more tools to track the points earned from your everyday spending. You won’t have to re-register for site access – use your current username and password to get started.