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How to Protect Families from Child Identity Theft
As children become the target of identity theft, how can families protect them from a problem that can follow them? It starts with awareness.
Efrain Salazar-Colores Named Young Change Maker for Work with Hispanic Business Owners
Efrain earned the SESLOC Young Change Maker award in September 2025 for a commitment to helping Hispanic entrepreneurs launch businesses.
SESLOC Keeps Growth Trajectory with Prestigious 2025 Awards
SESLOC was honored with two awards: The 2025 Pacific Coast Business Times list of “Fastest Growing Companies” and a Bauer 5-Star rating.
What the Made in America Auto Loan Interest Deduction Means for Your Next Car
If you are planning to buy a new car, the “Made in America Auto Loan Interest Deduction” could result in another tax deduction.
Three Common Problems New Business Owners Face
As you focus on your plans, be sure to address these three common problems new business owners face as they start operations.
Watch Out for These Five Common Scam “Statements”
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.
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.
SESLOC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
SESLOC is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th to October 15th and the important contributions Hispanics and Latinos make to strengthen our community. To join in the celebration, check out some festive local celebrations planned for 2024.
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.
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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.
Auto Buyers Get Enhanced Resource with Expanded Preferred Dealer Program
SESLOC is making the experience even better for members shopping for a new auto across the Central Coast with the Preferred Dealer Program.
Celebrating National Cybersecurity Awareness Month with Tips Keeping You Safe
In the spirit of “People Helping People,” SESLOC marks National Cybersecurity Awareness Month to help you stay aware of cyber threats.
SESLOC Makes Emergency Loans Available After Government Shutdown
In the Credit Union spirit of “People Helping People,” we’re launching an Emergency Loan program designed to help members affected by the 2025 U.S. Federal Government Shutdown