The prevalence of self-care messaging reminds us to nurture our physical and mental well-being—with mindfulness practices, exercise routines, and virtual detoxing. But what about financial self-care?
As a consumer, it is important to be mindful of the impact your spending has on the environment. That’s why we have compiled a list of the top five sustainable Local Rewards businesses where you can use your HomeFREE debit or Visa Signature Rewards credit card to earn bonus rewards points.
Located in the heart of the Central Coast, Paso Robles is known for its picturesque landscapes, award-winning drink spots, and charming eateries. To make your decision on your next destination easier, we’ve narrowed it down to the top five places in Paso Robles where you earn more rewards points.
SESLOC is the proud sponsor of EverFi’s Financial Scholars program, which provides practical financial education to Central Coast high school students. The online curriculum covers topics like budgeting, credit, taxes, financing higher education, and more.
A quick web search for “data breach” reveals countless recent hits detailing major data breaches. One of the biggest risks following a data breach is that scammers could use your stolen personal information to open a loan or a line of credit in your name, potentially damaging your credit score or leaving you to pay for the fraudulent charges.
SESLOC offers credit union members the benefit of earning bonus rewards points when you use your HomeFREE Checking™ debit or Visa Signature Rewards® credit card at participating Local Rewards¹ businesses. Points can be redeemed for gift cards, cash back, and many more...
A road trip is the perfect excuse to discover the hidden beauty of the Central Coast. Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes, discover charming new restaurants, and create unforgettable memories. Whether you’re a local seeking adventure or a traveler looking to embrace the open road, this guide will provide you with five curated locations that will enhance the excitement of the scenic route.
All good things must come to an end — and that applies to the upcoming end of federal student loan payment relief measures, which paused federal student loan debt collection and reduced interest rates on federal student loans to 0% during the moratorium.
May you find fun moments of sunshine and relaxation during these summer months. Thank you for your SESLOC membership!
Here are five steps to take to boost your financial health and reduce your worries this summer.
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!
As we enter the new year, we’re reminded of the many GOOD things that happened in 2021. Check it out!
We’re thrilled to announce that our President and CEO, Geri LaChance, was selected by the California and Nevada Credit Union League as the 2021 California Advocate of the Year. Each year, the League honors credit unions, individuals and organizations that display extraordinary leadership in advocacy and political action.
On September 1, 2021, SESLOC supported a call to action from the Credit Union National Association, along with credit unions across the country, to alert our members of a concerning addition to the $3.5 trillion infrastructure spending bill that was proposed in Congress.
On Thursday, October 21, 2021, credit unions around the globe toasted to their members in celebration of International Credit Union Day. Credit unions like SESLOC are not-for-profit, which means we offer affordable loans, lower fees, and many free services to help our member-owners get ahead and achieve financial freedom.