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Financial Basics
Financial success starts with a solid foundation. Get started today by learning about budgeting and financial basics.
Three Ways You Can Help Children Save
Here are three ways you can help children learn to save money that will serve them throughout their lifetime.
Financial Capability Month Challenge: 30 Days to a Better Budget
A well-structured budget doesn’t have to be about cutting back – it’s about gaining control, reducing stress, and working toward what matters.
How the Psychology of Spending Affects Your Budget
To better manage our budgets, decrease debt and get control of our credit card spending, it’s best we understand our habits and start building new behaviors.
Five Ways to Turn Savings into a Game
Savings isn’t just about squirreling away money – it’s about building a secure financial future for yourself and your family. By turning it into a game, you can turn the script around and make achieving your goals a lot easier.
Avoid Using Credit Cards in These Three Situations
Before you break out that credit card, it’s crucial to know when using one makes the most sense. Here are three situations where you may want to pay with a different way – if you pay at all.
Five Surprising Facts and Fictions About Where Your Credit Report is Used
Do you know all the places where your credit could affect you? Here are five surprising places that your credit may be used to render a final financial decision.
Important Social Security Updates for Retirees in 2025
As we welcome 2025, big changes to Social Security will impact retirees and those nearing retirement.
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!
Staycation or Vacation? How to Choose the Best Option for Your Wallet
Deciding between a staycation and a vacation? To make the best choice, it is essential to consider the value, costs and unique advantages of each. Here is a breakdown of the expenses and benefits to help you choose the option that best suits your needs.
Recent News
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
From Your CEO: Protecting Your Account and Personal Information is Always a Top Priority – Fall 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.
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.
Recent Expansion of our Home Equity Line of Credit Program
SESLOC is making it possible to access more of the value in your homes, giving you more options to unlock cash when you need it.