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GreenPath Debt Management Plans Reduced Member Debt by 34% in 2021

GreenPath Debt Management Plans Reduced Member Debt by 34% in 2021

by | Feb 1, 2022

We partner with GreenPath Financial Wellness to offer unbiased, empathetic, one-on-one financial advisement to our members. GreenPath’s certified credit counselors offer free assistance with budgeting, general financial wellness, debt counseling, foreclosure prevention and support, and student loan payment. GreenPath also offers a Debt Management Program where they negotiate with creditors on behalf of members enrolled in the program to reduce interest rates and help them repay debts faster. In 2021, GreenPath’s certified counselors assisted 8 SESLOC members with a combined $161,488 in debt pay off $55,656 through the program — that’s a reduction of outstanding debt by 34% in under a year!

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Five Ways to Keep Identity Thieves Guessing

Five Ways to Keep Identity Thieves Guessing

by | Jan 24, 2022

Identity theft continues to be more than just a costly headache. Once the bad guys have your identity information they can make repeated attempts to try to access your accounts, apply for credit in your name, and even steal your tax refund.

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5 Tips to Jump-Start Your Savings Plan

5 Tips to Jump-Start Your Savings Plan

by | Jan 21, 2022

Unplanned expenses or emergencies are other common life events. A car or house repair, or even a weather-related emergency, can make a dent in our budget. Whether it’s the struggle of delaying immediate rewards for greater benefit in the future or an unexpected expense, people looking to build a successful savings habit often run up against these very human challenges. To help manage these realities, here are five tips we suggest to jump-start your savings.

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Protecting Children From Identity Theft

Protecting Children From Identity Theft

by | Dec 20, 2021

Identity fraud goes in and out of the headlines with regularity, and while it can be overwhelming to try to keep up with the most current scams, we frequently hear updates from various news sources about guarding our identities. The latest scams are putting our children’s identities at risk. This month, we will focus on ways to protect the kids in your life from identity fraud.

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What is a Credit Freeze?

What is a Credit Freeze?

by | Nov 29, 2021

Also known as a security freeze, this tool lets you restrict access to your credit report, which in turn makes it more difficult for identity thieves to open new accounts in your name. That’s because most creditors need to see your credit report before they approve a new account.

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Auto Buying Resources

Auto Buying Resources

by | Nov 29, 2021

Buying a new (or new to you) car is exciting, but can also be a stressful experience. A car is a big purchase, and you’ll be handling your new ride for years to come — so you want to be sure you’re making an informed decision.

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Recent News

SESLOC Awards $2,500 Grand Prize to Central Coast Resident

In our recent Save to Win prize drawing, a member from our Santa Maria branch was the big winner of a $2,500 cash prize! Save to Win is a prize-linked savings account that offers the chance to win cash as increased deposits are made to the account. The program typically awards prizes from $25-500, however, one lucky winner recently received this grand prize.

Voted #1 — Again!

For the fourteenth year in a row, readers of the New Times voted for SESLOC as their pick for Best Bank or Credit Union. Thank you to everyone who voted. We are humbled! Check out all of the winners » 

10 SESLOC Rewards for Mother’s Day

Shopping for Mother’s Day gifts? SESLOC Rewards now offers more gift cards to popular retailers! You can redeem your SESLOC HomeFREE Checking™ debit card and Visa Signature® Rewards card points for a gift card to give, or to use towards that perfect gift! Check out the top 10 SESLOC Rewards for Mother’s Day.

10 SESLOC Rewards for the Great Outdoors

Warm and sunny weather is on the horizon…. Thinking about making a reservation at one of our many local campgrounds to celebrate? You can redeem your SESLOC HomeFREE Checking™ debit card and Visa Signature® Rewards card points for merchandise and gift cards to outfit your next adventure! Check out the top 10 SESLOC Rewards for the great outdoors.

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Dan "Excellent place for depository accounts and loans. Low rates, one of the best online financial services and the people there are friendly... It truly feels like a hometown credit union."

Mary "All of the employees are always professional and greet everyone with a smile. On top of banking, I have used them for auto loans in the past and have always been happy with the rates and service."

Jennie "SESLOC has always come through for us, whether it is for car loans, mortgage loans or refinancing. The staff are attentive and friendly, their rates good. SESLOC is our bank for everything."

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Lanie "The best place to go. Will never go anywhere else for financing my vehicles. Fast, easy, and friendly."

Greg "I love my credit union because they are straightforward and helpful. I appreciate the many ways that they support financial literacy in the community."

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