In alignment with the people-first philosophy of credit unions, SESLOC offers higher rates of return on savings accounts, lower rates on loans and lower fees than other financial institutions. With 53,000 members strong, we’re truly making a difference on the Central Coast. On October 17 we had special treats and gifts to celebrate members.
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and SESLOC’s Chief Information Officer Ken Long is sharing his top 10 tips to help you protect your identity online:
Do you know long you should hold onto your tax records? The IRS generally recommends three years. Then what?
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and we’re offering events, toolkits and services to help make the internet safer and more secure.
Have you ever received a standing ovation for a play you wrote? Thanks to SESLOC Education Grants, local students experienced just that — and more. Here’s how three teachers used grants to make education something to celebrate:
During the month of August, we invited members to join us in supporting Jack’s Helping Hand, a local nonprofit that offers programs for special needs children and their families. In 2019, members and SESLOC employees raised a total of $4,576 to help build the Jack Ready Imagination Park. We look forward to making an impact in 2020!
This week, news broke regarding a massive data breach, possibly the largest ever, at Capital One Financial Corporation. At present time, they have identified over 100 million consumers who have been impacted, including current credit customers, and consumers and businesses who applied for Capital One credit products (more information can be found here). While cooperation with local and national law enforcement has helped stop much of the sensitive information from being distributed, this illustrates a very real threat to consumers.
Not every kid can say they went to the Superbowl or got their first book published while still in elementary school. But students in our community can, thanks to SESLOC Education Grants.
At our first Home Sweet Home event, we’ve gathered the Central Coast’s top experts to provide helpful information so borrowers can make informed decisions. To get the most out of the session, we introduced a new table talk format — similar to speed dating. Attendees met with each expert in small groups, with questions and open dialog strongly encouraged. Read more about what the San Luis Obispo Chamber had to say about this unique educational opportunity.
SESLOC hosted the monthly Santa Maria Chamber Mixer on Thursday, June 20 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Chamber members and guests enjoyed networking, appetizers from Testa Catering, door prizes and meeting the new Chamber members. Thank you to the Santa Maria Philharmonic Society for donating concert tickets as raffle prizes and Dr. David Lohman of Straight Back Chiropractic for emceeing the event.
The holidays are coming up fast — did you know you can redeem your SESLOC HomeFREE Checking™ debit card and Visa Signature® Rewards card points for merchandise and gift cards? Check out the top 10 SESLOC Rewards for the perfect gift.
Money Management Minute is a financial health public service announcement series airing on KCBX, KVEC, KKJG and KSTT this holiday season. In case you missed it, check out these handy tips:
Thanksgiving might look a little different this year due to COVID, but a small celebration at home can be just as festive and meaningful. Did you know you can redeem your SESLOC HomeFREE Checking™ debit card and Visa Signature® Rewards card points for merchandise to elevate your celebration? Check out the top 10 SESLOC Rewards to bring home for the holidays.
“The ‘billion dollar in assets’ milestone is truly a monumental achievement,” said Geri LaChance, your SESLOC President and CEO. “Our growth is especially significant at a time when financial institution mergers and acquisitions are prevalent; SESLOC’s growth has been achieved organically, building healthy relationships with you and our community over decades.”
Summer might be over, but outdoor activities are year-round on the Central Coast. Did you know you can redeem your SESLOC debit and Visa® Signature Rewards card points for tools and toys to enjoy outside? Check out the top 10 SESLOC Rewards that you can claim to enhance your Coastal Distancing experience: