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Five Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Loan Officer
As you consider all your available home loan options, here are five questions you should ask your mortgage loan officer to determine who is best for your needs.
The Truth About Closing on Your Next Home
Closing on your next home doesn’t have to be a stressful process. Here’s what you need to know about closing.
Is Buying a Fixer-Upper Right for You?
As home prices continue to rise and DIY culture gains momentum, more people are turning to fixer-uppers as an affordable, customizable housing option. The appeal of personalizing a space to fit your vision can make these homes attractive, but are they the right choice for you? Let’s explore the pros, cons, challenges and benefits of buying a fixer-upper to help you decide if it aligns with your goals, budget and skills.
4 Steps to Navigate Housing Market Challenges
The current housing market presents unique challenges, including rising home prices and tight inventory. Here are 3 steps to help you overcome these hurdles and achieve your homeownership goals.
How to Brace for Rising Home Costs: A Guide for Homeowners and Renters
Have you noticed your insurance bills skyrocketing lately? If so, you’re in good company. According to Policygenius, the average home insurance premium increased by 21% between May 2022 and May 2023. Combine this with rising housing costs, property taxes, and high interest rate debt, and it’s no wonder why so many Americans are struggling in today’s market.
Deductibility of Points and Other Closing Costs
The question you will face is whether you can deduct these fees immediately or whether they are added to the cost basis of your home.
How Much Money Do I Have to Put Down to Buy a House?
In the past, lenders traditionally required a down payment of at least 20% of the purchase price of a home. Today, many lenders offer loans with lower down payments. In addition, certain private and government entities have low down payment programs.
How to Boost Your Credit Score Ahead of Your Home Loan Preapproval
When it comes to buying a house, poor credit can limit your opportunities and result in higher interest rates and bigger payments. But with a little planning, you can boost your credit score ahead of your home loan pre-approval so you’ll be ready to make an offer on your dream home.
Get Smart About Credit Card Warning Signs
To get smart about credit cards, be aware of the common warning signs that might indicate issues with credit card usage: You are only able to make minimum payments on your credit card debt.
Recent News
2025 in Review: Going Above and Beyond to Better Serve Member-Owners
SESLOC members saved more time, money, resources, or when out in the community. It’s a win-win! Here’s what we did together in 2025.
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.
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.
SESLOC Members Break Shred Day Record in Tenth Year
For all of 2025, members shredded 191 bins at our six events across the Central Coast, for a grand total of 17.95 tons of documents destroyed.
SESLOC Expands Commercial Real Estate Lending Territory Across Central & Coastal California
To help even more projects get off the ground, we’re expanding our lending territory for commercial real estate loans. In addition to serving our home area of San Luis Obispo and Northern Santa Barbara counties, commercial real estate loans are now available to an expanded field of membership.