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Get Ahead in 2025: The Financial Checklist to Start Strong
Ready to take control of your finances in the new year? Jumpstart your journey with this simple 11 step financial wellness action plan!
Saving Strategies: Building an Emergency Fund and Planning for Future Expenses
Saving money is essential for financial stability and preparedness. One of the first steps in saving is to build an emergency fund to cover unexpected expenses like medical bills or car repairs. Here are a few tips for building an emergency fund and planning for future expenses.
Tis the $eason (For a Mid-Year Money Checklist)
As summer hits its stride, the idea of financially preparing for the holidays might feel like overkill. Consider this: money is the most cited source of stress during the holidays, with 58% of US adults worrying about overspending or not having enough money.
Navigating Finances as a Young Family
One of the most rewarding things in life is the privilege of raising a child, but it is no secret that raising a child can also be expensive. In 2023, the USDA found that the cost of raising a child to the age of 18 was $331,933.
Mid-Year Money Checkup: 5 Ways to Boost Your Financial Health
Here are five steps to take to boost your financial health and reduce your worries this summer.
$mart Summer Travel: 7 Ways to Save (and Still Have Fun!)
Few things stoke wanderlust like longer days and warmer temps. But before you deep dive into summer travel — and your wallet — check out these tips that can help you have fun in the sun without breaking the bank.
How Healthy is Your Housing Budget?
Rent and home prices are hitting record highs recently and many of us face challenges when it comes to affordable housing. What’s a healthy amount of your monthly budget to spend on housing?
Five Tips for Retirement Planning
Here are five things you can do to put your best foot forward in this next phase of your life.
IRS De-stress: 5 Tips for Last Minute Taxpayers
If you’re in the company of 25% of Americans who wait until the last minute to file your taxes, don’t panic. Here are five suggestions for filing in the final hour.
Recent News
From Your CEO: Focusing Efforts for Your Experience – Summer 2025
It’s been a busy quarter behind the scenes as we continue to work for you, our member-owners, and our Central Coast community.
Samantha McDonald Named SESLOC Young Change Maker for Raising Over $500,000 as 2025 Elks Rodeo Queen
SESLOC Credit Union honors Samantha McDonald as a SESLOC Young Change Maker after raising over $500,000 for the Children’s Resource & Referral of Santa Barbara County.
Karen Cobb Earns Cares for Community Award for Food Bank Service
We’re partnering with News Channel 12 to honor nonprofit volunteers who make our community thrive. Each month, we’re choosing a different nonprofit and asking them to select a valuable volunteer to receive the SESLOC Cares for Community Award. We’re thrilled to introduce Karen Cobb, a volunteer with the Food Bank of Santa Barbara County.
Make Banking Easier with SESLOC’s NEW Direct Deposit Switch Tool
Direct Deposit is now easier than ever, thanks to our new Direct Deposit Switch Tool in Online Banking. Get started managing deposits today!
SESLOC Wealth Management Transitions to LPL Financial
As of May 17, 2025, SESLOC’s brokerage arm offering non-deposit investment services transitioned from CUSO Financial Services, LP to LPL Financial.