SESLOC Education Grants helped local teachers make the 2023–2024 school year extra special. Here’s how a few recent recipients used their grants:
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QR Code Scams: Protecting Your Finances in the Digital Age
In today’s digital world, QR codes have become a staple of convenience, allowing us to access websites, make payments and gain information with a simple scan. However, the ease of accessibility has also made QR codes a prime target for scammers looking to exploit unsuspecting users. Here you can find practical tips for identifying suspicious QR codes and learn strategies to safeguard your personal information.
Buy Now, Pay Later: The Cost of Convenience
“Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) services have become increasingly popular, offering a tempting alternative to credit cards. A 2022 report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau found that from 2019 to 2021, the number of BNPL loans originated in the U.S. by the five lenders it surveyed grew from 16.8 million to 180 million, highlighting how appealing these services are to consumers.
Saving Strategies: Building an Emergency Fund and Planning for Future Expenses
Saving money is essential for financial stability and preparedness. One of the first steps in saving is to build an emergency fund to cover unexpected expenses like medical bills or car repairs. Here are a few tips for building an emergency fund and planning for future expenses.
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.
From Your CEO — Summer 2024
I am incredibly honored and humbled to assume the role of President & CEO at SESLOC.
Budgeting Basics: How to Create and Stick to a Personal Budget
Creating a personal budget is the cornerstone of financial success. It empowers you to track your income, expenses and savings goals, ensuring you’re in control of your finances. Here are a few steps that you can take to help you create and stick to a budget:
Tis the $eason (For a Mid-Year Money Checklist)
As summer hits its stride, the idea of financially preparing for the holidays might feel like overkill. Consider this: money is the most cited source of stress during the holidays, with 58% of US adults worrying about overspending or not having enough money.
New Instant Funds Loan Empowers Individuals Facing Financial Emergencies
SESLOC Credit Union is thrilled to introduce the Instant Funds loans, a new short-term, small-dollar loans program designed to support individuals in need of emergency financial assistance. Keeping the credit union philosophy of “people helping people” in mind, we are introducing this product to ensure there is financial support for the underserved and underbanked in the Central Coast community.
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Melinda Bagby Joins SESLOC as Sr. Member Business Loan Officer
We are excited to announce that Melinda Bagby has joined SESLOC as Senior Member Business Loan Officer. In this role, Melinda is responsible for initiating new business growth and overseeing business member relationships, with a focus on Santa Maria and Northern Santa Barbara County, plus the five cities area of San Luis Obispo County.
80 Years: August Charitable Giving Roundup
We’ve asked our incredible staff to nominate their favorite 501-(c)(3)-designated organizations. Here are the eight groups we’ve selected for August:
80 Years: July Charitable Giving Roundup
We’ve asked our incredible staff to nominate their favorite 501-(c)(3)-designated organizations. Here are the eight groups we’ve selected for July:
Keeping it Green in August
As we celebrate our 80th anniversary, we’re building a more sustainable community for the next 80 years by doing 80 local acts that have a global impact.
Supporting Sustainability in July
As we celebrate our 80th anniversary, we’re building a more sustainable community for the next 80 years by doing 80 local acts that have a global impact.