As children become the target of identity theft, how can families protect them from a problem that can follow them? It starts with awareness.
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Fraud Prevention
October is Cybersecurity Month: Practice These Four Essential Steps to Stay Safe Online
In all situations it’s critical to be aware of and attempt to prevent cybersecurity threats. It sounds daunting, but it really doesn’t have to be.
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 to Watch For in Natural Disaster Scams
How can you protect yourself from additional loss? Here’s what you need to know about impersonation scams after a natural disaster.
Data Breach: What It Is and Why You Should Care
A data breach happens when unauthorized parties gain access to confidential personal information stored by an organization.
Don’t Fall for Financial Scams
One of the best things you can do to ensure financial security is to dodge the many scams out there. Here are some ways to avoid scams.
June Is Elder Abuse Awareness Month: Stand Up for Our Seniors
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of the financial exploitation and other forms of abuse that disproportionately affect older adults.
How to Identify and Avoid America’s Top Scams
Understanding which scams are most prevalent is key for knowing how to avoid them. Here’s what to look for in the most common scams.
Kick Off the New Year Safe from Tax Identity Theft
Everyone is at risk of falling victim to tax identity theft, and thousands of Americans are impacted each year. Here are a few tips to help you avoid being a victim.
Beware of Order Confirmation Phishing Scams: Tips to Help You Stay Safe
Order confirmation phishing scams are a growing threat in the digital age. These scams prey on the ubiquity of online shopping, aiming to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information or installing malicious software. Here’s what you need to know to spot and avoid them.
Recent News
SESLOC Eliminates Cash Advance Fees on Credit Cards
Effective January 16, 2026, the Cash Advance Fee, of 1.00% on the amount of the cash advance, for SESLOC’s consumer Visa credit cards – Visa Signature® Rewards, Visa® and Visa® Share Secured credit cards – is eliminated.
New Debt-to-Income Module Comes to SESLOC Online Banking
Get ahead of your finances in 2026 with our new Debt-to-Income credit monitoring tool, part of your Online Banking experience.
Ring in 2026 With These Seven NEW Local Rewards Businesses
Just in time for 2026, even more Local Rewards businesses have teamed up with SESLOC, earning you more points for your everyday shopping.
From Your CEO: Giving Back Over $225,000 to Expand School Budgets – Winter 2026
From all of us at SESLOC, we hope your holiday season was enjoyable and that you are looking forward to a prosperous 2026.
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.