A 2021 study by Deloitte found that the average American internet household owns 23 connected devices, an increase from an average of 11 devices in 2019, and that number is increasing each year. When we think of devices, we mostly consider our smartphones, home computers, and tablets.
“Home Title Theft” or “Deed Fraud” has received a lot of attention lately and sounds as scary as it actually is. Let’s take a look at what defines Home Title Theft and just how prevalent it really is.
Phishing is a technique employed by cybercriminals to deceive individuals into divulging sensitive information or installing malware on their devices. This method is executed through various channels such as phone calls, emails, SMS texts, or even social media messages.
Give yourself a fighting chance and learn how you can avoid the devastating effects of tax-related identity theft.
Identity theft can happen to anyone, and its effects can range from a small annoyance to financial devastation.
As children become the target of identity theft, how can families protect them from a problem that can follow them? It starts with awareness.
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.
Check out these steps you can take to help avoid becoming the next victim of identity theft and fraud.
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.
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!
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.