Financial success starts with a solid foundation. Get started today by learning about budgeting and financial basics.
Financial exploitation is a reality many seniors face, especially in the age of online scams. Here are actions you can take to help financially safeguard your loved ones. So what can you do to help prevent elder fraud?
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!
When it comes to buying a house, poor credit can limit your opportunities and result in higher interest rates and bigger payments. But with a little planning, you can boost your credit score ahead of your home loan pre-approval so you’ll be ready to make an offer on your dream home.
Medical identity theft occurs when someone’s name, Social Security number, or insurance information is used to submit fraudulent insurance claims.
That first move into a college dorm room is exciting, but preparing for it can be overwhelming. You’ve got a long shopping list, limited space, and a limited budget — what items are really worth the cost and what items should you try to save money on?
What are your savings goals? Whether you’re trying to boost your emergency fund or get ready for a summer vacation, we have some tips to help you reach your goals: 1. Change it Up Who says you can’t save and spend? Enroll in SESLOC’s new Change it...
With identity theft on the rise, and scammers only getting better at what they do, it helps to stay aware of how fraudsters may be targeting your personal information and your good name. The most successful scams will continue to be circulated until they stop being an effective way for criminals to steal from their victims.
So, what’s the best way to foster financial unity on the home front? We’ve come up with some suggestions we hope you’ll find helpful.
Kick off the new year with this 10 step financial wellness action plan. The best part? It’s easy!
If you want a few financial resolutions that you can achieve early into the new year (because who doesn’t love an easy to-do list??) here are some suggestions.
On the corner of People & Place, amazing things happen. Let’s take a look a back at what we’ve achieved together.
SESLOC employees cut back on nearly 10,000 miles this past quarter, saving 3.87 tons of carbon dioxide from entering our local air. Methods including like riding a bike, taking the bus or carpooling instead of driving alone, or telecommuting. Reducing our carbon...
We’re partnering with News Channel 12 to honor nonprofit volunteers who make our community thrive. Each month, we’re choosing a different nonprofit and asking them to select a valuable volunteer to receive the SESLOC Cares for Community Award. We’re thrilled to introduce Mike Byrd, from the 5Cities Homeless Coalition.
Take a tour of the Santa Maria valley with this Central Coast Holiday Road Trip & Shopping Guide. Get insider tips on where to shop, eat, and enjoy the holiday spirit. Bring along visiting friends and family and enjoy earning bonus points at each Local Rewards location mentioned!
If you’re planning on a holiday joy ride to Atascadero, then this Central Coast Holiday Road Trip & Shopping Guide is for you! Enjoy some local adventures, holiday festivities, and local shopping. Bring along visiting friends and family and enjoy earning bonus points at each Local Rewards location mentioned!
