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How to Protect Families from Child Identity Theft
As children become the target of identity theft, how can families protect them from a problem that can follow them? It starts with awareness.
How to Identify and Avoid America’s Top Scams
Understanding which scams are most prevalent is key for knowing how to avoid them. Here’s what to look for in the most common scams.
Five Ways to Keep Identity Thieves Guessing
Check out these steps you can take to help avoid becoming the next victim of identity theft and fraud.
Safeguard Your Cash: 3 Common Money Scams that Could Cost You
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently issued a consumer alert about three money scams that are gaining traction. Let’s take a closer look at the tactics scammers are using to try to deceive you and the tips the FTC has provided to protect yourself.
2024 Shred Days Smash Records While Supporting the Local Community
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!
Protect Yourself in an Evolving Digital World
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.
4 Scams to Look Out for This Election Season
Election season is here, and while the candidates are contending for your vote, scammers are on the prowl, targeting your wallet and personal information. Here are four sneaky schemes you need to watch out for this election season to keep your finances and identity safe.
QR Code Scams: Protecting Your Finances in the Digital Age
In today’s digital world, QR codes have become a staple of convenience, allowing us to access websites, make payments and gain information with a simple scan. However, the ease of accessibility has also made QR codes a prime target for scammers looking to exploit unsuspecting users. Here you can find practical tips for identifying suspicious QR codes and learn strategies to safeguard your personal information.
Beware of Smishing Attacks: Protect Your Information
There’s a new phishing scam targeting iPhone users that aims to steal Apple ID information. These scams, known as “smishing”, are increasingly being sent via text messages, tricking users into revealing sensitive information.
Recent News
SESLOC Preferred Dealer Program Expands to Fresno County
Starting December 5, 2025, SESLOC is welcoming 15 new dealerships to the Preferred Dealer Program in Clovis, Fresno, and Selma.
Say Hello to Your NEW Level Up Dashboard
Log into Online Banking and look for the Level Up dashboard to see your current points and benefits in our easy-to-read charts.
SESLOC Members Break Shred Day Record in Tenth Year
For all of 2025, members shredded 191 bins at our six events across the Central Coast, for a grand total of 17.95 tons of documents destroyed.
SESLOC Expands Commercial Real Estate Lending Territory Across Central & Coastal California
To help even more projects get off the ground, we’re expanding our lending territory for commercial real estate loans. In addition to serving our home area of San Luis Obispo and Northern Santa Barbara counties, commercial real estate loans are now available to an expanded field of membership.
Auto Buyers Get Enhanced Resource with Expanded Preferred Dealer Program
SESLOC is making the experience even better for members shopping for a new auto across the Central Coast with the Preferred Dealer Program.