Starting in the 2025 tax filing year, a new federal law will allow some borrowers to deduct the interest paid on qualifying auto loans. But there are a few important details to understand before making decisions.
Everyone can learn from missteps and change financial habits. Consider these money moves to help reduce the stress over finances.
When does your hobby become a business? There are two answers to that question: Your answer and the one in the language set out by the IRS.
Interest affects your mortgage payments in a big way, and not understanding how it works can negatively impact your path to home ownership.
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 Stacy Meko, a volunteer with the South County Youth Coalition.
Jenn Foss is an Atascadero business owner, dirt bike rider, and is well known for her support of community events. However, one of her greatest achievements was organizing a supply drive for those affected by the Southern California wildfires and rescuing two ponies from the burn zone
The road to recovery after a natural disaster can feel overwhelming, but taking a few key steps can help you begin the rebuilding process.
In the 2024-2025 school year, SESLOC was proud to partner with high schools to help students get a head start on building good money habits.
By being smart about your spending, maintaining your budget and maximizing your resources, you can enjoy the benefits of financial freedom all summer long.
It’s been a busy quarter behind the scenes as we continue to work for you, our member-owners, and our Central Coast community.
Consider making moves to Level Up, with our new member benefits program.¹ Increasing benefits include select fee waivers, waived check orders, and rate discounts on new eligible consumer loans — all of which can help you save even more money and get ahead financially.
Here are the answers to common questions about Level Up, our new member benefits program.¹ Have more questions? Call us at (805) 543-1816 or visit any SESLOC branch:
SESLOC is pleased to announce that we have received two prestigious awards this year. The recognition we have earned serves as a testament to our commitment to excellence and dedication to providing exceptional financial services to our valued member-owners. We are proud to share this achievement with you, as it highlights our ongoing efforts to deliver top-tier products and services that meet and exceed the financial needs of our community.
SESLOC is pleased to announce that as of November 1, 2024, there has been a reduction in overdraft fees. This change is part of our commitment to providing cost-effective solutions for our membership and community. These savings will be extended to members but will have the greatest impact on those facing financial challenges, who need a break from fees to begin saving and building healthy financial habits.
SESLOC’s 2024 Shred Day events break nine years of records by serving 746 visitors and shredding nearly 42,000 pounds of paper! Thanks to our members who attended the events at our San Luis Obispo, Atascadero, Arroyo Grande, Paso Robles and Santa Maria branches, plus our new Lompoc event location. In total, we recycled 133 total bins with about 21 tons of shredded paper— saving 357 trees, 147,000 gallons of water, 63 cubic yards of landfill space, and 84,000 kilowatts of electricity!