The prevalence of self-care messaging reminds us to nurture our physical and mental well-being—with mindfulness practices, exercise routines, and virtual detoxing. But what about financial self-care?

Sometimes your financial needs are as unique as you are — whether you’re going to college, planning a wedding, or thinking about starting a small business.
The prevalence of self-care messaging reminds us to nurture our physical and mental well-being—with mindfulness practices, exercise routines, and virtual detoxing. But what about financial self-care?
Budgeting is an essential factor in ensuring that the school year goes smoothly. While the task may seem daunting, budgeting allows you to take control of your finances, avoid debt, and reduce stress while you build a foundation for the future. Here are five practical...
All good things must come to an end — and that applies to the upcoming end of federal student loan payment relief measures, which paused federal student loan debt collection and reduced interest rates on federal student loans to 0% during the moratorium.
Whether you’re wearing your cap and gown to pick up your high school diploma or college degree, you can redeem your SESLOC HomeFREE Checking™ debit card and Visa Signature® Rewards card points for gift cards and merchandise to help you start your next chapter. Check out the top 10 SESLOC Rewards for recent grads.*
Whether you’re moving on to higher education or launching your career, SESLOC offers financial resources to help you along your journey. While many banks offer free student checking to young adults, the minute you age out of the account you may be subject to fees and account balance minimums. Your SESLOC HomeFREE Checking account is always free, with no minimum balance requirements or monthly fees. Plus, you get a lot more:
The SECURE 2.0 Act, passed as part of an omnibus spending bill in December 2022, added new exceptions to the 10% federal income tax penalty for early withdrawals from tax-advantaged retirement accounts.
I’m Wild About Saving is an introduction to credit unions and saving money.
You’ve got a business idea and a name in mind, but how do you go from idea to opening the doors of your new business?
With a little bit of planning and discipline, you can take control of your finances and make the most of your college experience. Whether you are a seasoned budgeter or just starting out, these budgeting tips will help you make your money work for you.
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?
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 Melissa Ward from 17 Strong.
We’re celebrating a major milestone in helping our members achieve their financial goals. Since launching the 12-month Save to Win Share Certificate¹ in November 2019, nearly 800 SESLOC members have won a combined $50,000 by opening an account with at least $25!
For the third consecutive year, SESLOC is recognized as one of the best workplaces for families! We’re proud to announce our BLUE Diamond award from San Luis Obispo County Family-Friendly Workplaces for creating a family-friendly culture for all of our employees.
The new online home of SESLOC Rewards launched on January 23, 2025, giving you even more tools to track the points earned from your everyday spending. You won’t have to re-register for site access – use your current username and password to get started.
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