Buying a company or starting a new business from scratch can be one of the scariest – and most rewarding – things you will ever do. That’s why it’s smart to look past the profit and loss reports and take these four important factors into account.
Kayla is a SESLOC Young Change Maker for her work as Executive Director of SLO City Farm, supporting community sustainable agriculture.
Get helpful answers to common questions regarding Instant Funds loans, which is are emergency loans that are an affordable option to traditional payday loans.
Now more than ever, the ability to exercise your financial freedom opens more doors and gives you the opportunity to do more, save more and prepare for the future.
Elder Abuse Awareness Month every June reminds us that financial exploitation is one of the fastest‑growing forms of elder abuse.
We’re partnering with News Channel 12 to honor nonprofit volunteers who make our community thrive. Each month, we’re choosing a different nonprofit and asking them to select a valuable volunteer to receive the SESLOC Cares for Community Award. We’re thrilled to introduce Steve David, a volunteer with the Central Coast Veteran’s Memorial Museum.
Thanks to the generosity of donating member-owners and employees, we raised a combined total of $9,480.78 in 2026. Thank you!
If you’ve pulled your score and you’re not satisfied with your credit score, there are several strategies to boost it.
Use this quick checklist to help you avoid gaps in coverage, unexpected costs, or paying for what you don’t need.
Jack recently earned the award for his dedication to serving the unhoused community with Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO).
Beginning February 6, 2026, all SESLOC ATMs will now offer $5 bills alongside $20 bills for withdrawal, with some offering $100 bills.
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.
Get ahead of your finances in 2026 with our new Debt-to-Income credit monitoring tool, part of your Online Banking experience.
Just in time for 2026, even more Local Rewards businesses have teamed up with SESLOC, earning you more points for your everyday shopping.
From all of us at SESLOC, we hope your holiday season was enjoyable and that you are looking forward to a prosperous 2026.