A January 2022 Pew Research study found that 75% of adults over 65 in the United States are using the internet regularly. This increased use of technology brings a heightened risk of fraud for all Americans. In this article we will address the most prevalent scams that target our senior citizens and provide simple advice on how to protect yourself and your elderly loved ones.
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:
Inflation continues to put pressure on household budgets. From groceries to gas, record-breaking inflation means the purchasing power of your money is decreasing each month.
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:
SESLOC Education Grants provide funding to support innovation and expand supplies at local K-12 schools. Here’s how a few teachers recently used grants to support their students’ return to the classroom:
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.
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.
College is an exciting chapter for many people, opening doors to new experiences, newfound freedom, and independence. But it can also be a financially difficult and dangerous time — the financial mistakes people make as students can haunt them for years to come. That’s why students should look to their local credit union.
Welcome to summer, where travel and family adventures take flight. We hope that you and your families are able to enjoy the longer days and your travels, or even some downtime with a staycation here on the beautiful Central Coast.
A Home Equity Loan leverages the equity you’ve built in your home to get access to funds at a lower rate than other loan types. A Home Equity Loan is a closed-end loan, meaning you get a lump sum and repay it with interest over a specified term.
SESLOC introduced the Save to Win certificate last November to give members a fun, unique way to develop a habit of savings.
As you review your HomeFREE Checking account and debit card transactions in Online Banking, see how many SESLOC Reward points you’ve earned. One you are logged in, navigate to Services > Rewards Points. If it is the first time you’ve accessed SESLOC Rewards, you’ll be prompted to register. It just takes a minute! Then you can redeem points for merchandise, gift cards, travel experiences and more.
Hand-me-downs are great for starting out on your own, but eventually it’s nice to outfit your home with something that’s truly yours. Every time you use your HomeFREE Checking debit card or Visa® Signature Rewards card, you earn points that can be redeemed for gift cards, appliances, and home decor.
Keep your budget on track with your personal SESLOC Money Coach. We’re proud to offer the expertise of specially-trained Money Coaches, who can help you get control of your finances, from building emergency savings to reducing debt. Each of our coaches completed a 6-month training program to learn how to assess your financial health and provide guidance toward achieving goals.
2019 has been quite a year! We launched new services and programs to make SESLOC more convenient and accessible, and hosted educational seminars to ensure you have the tools to achieve financial wellness.