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Avoid Using Credit Cards in These Three Situations
Before you break out that credit card, it’s crucial to know when using one makes the most sense. Here are three situations where you may want to pay with a different way – if you pay at all.
Stay One Step Ahead of Scammers This Holiday Season
Spotted must-have products at shockingly low prices? It could be a scam! While that e-bike or designer handbag may look tempting, fake sites and ads often steal logos and photos from legitimate businesses to trick shoppers. To keep your holiday shopping safe and stress-free, check out these tips from the Federal Trade Commission on how to spot deceptive offers.
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.
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New Debt-to-Income Module Comes to SESLOC Online Banking
Get ahead of your finances in 2026 with our new Debt-to-Income credit monitoring tool, part of your Online Banking experience.
Ring in 2026 With These Seven NEW Local Rewards Businesses
Just in time for 2026, even more Local Rewards businesses have teamed up with SESLOC, earning you more points for your everyday shopping.
From Your CEO: Giving Back Over $225,000 to Expand School Budgets – Winter 2026
From all of us at SESLOC, we hope your holiday season was enjoyable and that you are looking forward to a prosperous 2026.
2025 in Review: Going Above and Beyond to Better Serve Member-Owners
SESLOC members saved more time, money, resources, or when out in the community. It’s a win-win! Here’s what we did together in 2025.
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.