The increasing sophistication of cybercriminals has made it more urgent than ever to stay informed. According to the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), cyber fraud saw a significant surge during the first half of the 2020s, taking advantage of global events like the pandemic and large-scale infrastructure attacks.
Saving money is essential for financial stability and preparedness. One of the first steps in saving is to build an emergency fund to cover unexpected expenses like medical bills or car repairs. Here are a few tips for building an emergency fund and planning for future expenses.
If you’re getting tired of the same dining food and looking to spice up your lunch routine, hop on a quick bus ride to these fantastic spots in Downtown SLO. You can use your HomeFREE debit or Visa Signature credit card at these participating Local Rewards¹ businesses to earn bonus rewards points² redeemable for cash back, gift cards, and more.
Your credit score is a three digit number that can impact your financial life in significant ways. From getting approved for loans to determining the interest rates you’ll pay, understanding your credit score is essential.
As you likely read about in a recent email and letter from SESLOC, we are officially working on a conversion and transition to restore Bill Pay services to our former Bill Pay service provider in early 2024.
Contactless payments are secure, quick, and convenient, especially if you’re trying to avoid touching shared screens and keypads. Your SESLOC HomeFREE Checking™ Debit Card and Visa Credit Card or Visa Signature® Rewards Card are compatible with Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay, which makes it easy to embrace contactless payments — all while earning rewards points for your purchases.
Focusing on your finances in the new year? Get started with this easy 10 step financial wellness action plan:
As you likely read about in a recent email and letter from SESLOC, we are officially working on a conversion and transition to restore Bill Pay services to our former Bill Pay service provider in early 2024.
Get a head start on tax season this year by protecting yourself and your loved ones from these financially disastrous scams.
A credit score might seem like a mysterious three-digit number, but it holds significant influence over your financial life. Whether you’re applying for a loan or a credit card, renting an apartment, or even setting up utilities, your credit score plays a crucial role in the decisions that lenders, landlords, and service providers make.
SESLOC is making the experience even better for members shopping for a new auto across the Central Coast with the Preferred Dealer Program.
In the spirit of “People Helping People,” SESLOC marks National Cybersecurity Awareness Month to help you stay aware of cyber threats.
In the Credit Union spirit of “People Helping People,” we’re launching an Emergency Loan program designed to help members affected by the 2025 U.S. Federal Government Shutdown
It’s been a busy quarter behind the scenes as we continue to work for you, our member-owners, and our Central Coast community.
SESLOC was honored with two awards: The 2025 Pacific Coast Business Times list of “Fastest Growing Companies” and a Bauer 5-Star rating.