On January 19, 2023, the outstanding debt of the U.S. government reached its statutory limit, commonly called the debt ceiling. The current limit was set by Congress at about $31.4 trillion in December 2021. On the day the limit was reached, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen instituted well-established “extraordinary measures” to allow necessary borrowing for a limited period of time.
Identity theft is a type of crime where someone obtains another person’s personal information without their permission or knowledge and uses that information to commit fraud or other illegal activities. The personal information that is commonly targeted includes names, addresses, birthdates, Social Security numbers, credit card numbers, and bank account information.
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!
SESLOC members are saving — and winning! Since the program launched, more than $20,000 in prizes have been awarded.
80 years of People & Place. 1 Year of Absolute Awesome.
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.
We’ve asked our incredible staff to nominate their favorite 501-(c)(3)-designated organizations. Here are the eight groups we’ve selected for December:
Rent and home prices are hitting record highs recently and many of us face challenges when it comes to affordable housing. What’s a healthy amount of your monthly budget to spend on housing?
Here are five things you can do to put your best foot forward in this next phase of your life.
If you’re in the company of 25% of Americans who wait until the last minute to file your taxes, don’t panic. Here are five suggestions for filing in the final hour.
Moving or getting a new phone number? You can update your contact information in Online Banking.
Direct Deposit is a convenient service that allows you to immediately access transmitted funds, such as payroll from your employer, without a trip to the bank. To set up Direct Deposit to your SESLOC account, you will need to provide SESLOC’s routing number and your account’s ACH/Direct Deposit number.
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Identity theft is a type of crime where someone obtains another person’s personal information without their permission or knowledge and uses that information to commit fraud or other illegal activities. The personal information that is commonly targeted includes names, addresses, birthdates, Social Security numbers, credit card numbers, and bank account information.
Periodically reviewing your credit report and credit score is an important step to better protect and improve your financial health. Follow these tips to develop good credit habits throughout the year that will help you stay on track with your goals and protect your identity.
To get smart about credit cards, be aware of the common warning signs that might indicate issues with credit card usage: You are only able to make minimum payments on your credit card debt.
Buying a home? You’ve probably heard that getting pre-approved or pre-qualified for a loan is an essential step forward in the process. But what’s the difference?
What are mortgage points and are they right for you? Mortgage points are basically discount points. When you’re getting your home loan, you can buy mortgage points to lower your rate and save you interest in the long run.
