SESLOC
Membership Benefits

SESLOC Membership Benefits
IT’S GREAT TO BE A SESLOC MEMBER.
Whether you are saving for an emergency fund, buying your Central Coast dream home, or want to score cool swag and deals at local shops, we offer many ways to help SESLOC Members Save. It’s your money, your goals—and we’re here to help you reach them.
In addition to low fees, great rates and uncomplicated pricing, for decades we have offered a number of Everyday Member Benefits.¹ Plus, get rewarded with MORE benefits we introduced as part of our Level Up Member Benefits² program.
Your Everyday Member Benefits
For Personal Memberships
Become a SESLOC member with a $5 non-refundable membership fee and a $5 minimum deposit into this Primary Share Savings account. Once your membership is established, you can immediately take advantage of all the benefits of Credit Union membership.
Learn more about personal savings accounts and see today’s rates.
Choose From Two
Checking Account Options
HomeFREE Checking is packed with exclusive rewards and Basic Checking4 has less fees.
BOTH accounts have no minimum balance requirement, and no monthly maintenance fee!
HomeFREE Checking
Everyday Benefits:
SESLOC Rewards
Earn SESLOC Rewards points with HomeFREE Checking debit and Visa Signature® Rewards credit card purchases.4 Combine points earned on both cards under one account.
Identity Theft Services
Complimentary Identity Theft Recovery + Mobile Phone Insurance.
– Plus –
it’s eligible for Courtesy Pay, has no-fee for paper statements, and you can choose between a People & Place or Cal Poly card design.
Basic Checking
Everyday Benefits:
No Overdraft Fees
No overdraft fees and no non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees help provide banking account guardrails to those who need it.
No Fees for Cashier’s Checks
We’ll waive the fee when you need these secure, guaranteed checks. It’s a great way to make large payments.
BankOn Certified
Meets national standards for a safe, affordable banking solution.
All members may enjoy:
Early Direct Deposit5
Skip a branch or ATM visit. Get access to direct deposit funds a day early.
Mobile Wallet Compatible
Add your SESLOC debit or credit card to Apple, Google or Samsung Pay for quick, contactless payments.
More ATM Access than Most Banks
Surcharge-Free ATM Transactions at SESLOC and CO-OP ATMs, which includes 55 local and 30,000+ nationwide.
Free Remote Banking
Free Remote and Digital Banking, which includes Online Banking, SESLOC Mobile App, Card Controls, budgeting tools, eStatements, and more. Plus, it’s now en Español.
Free Shred Days
Where your confidential documents can be shredded at our Shred Day events throughout the year.
Free Financial Education Opportunities
Including webinars, eBooks, online calculators, financial counseling, and more.
TruStage™ Insurance
Get discounted rates on TruStage Insurance products, including AD&D, auto and life insurance.
— PLUS —
- All Loan Payment Options are Fee-Free even by phone and online.
- No Prepayment Penalties on Loan Payoffs
- Access to Auto Loan Specials
Contactless SESLOC Visa Cards
We now offer contactless Visa debit and credit cards, which are secure, convenient and touchfree. A simple tap on the payment terminal is all it takes to pay for the things you need at thousands of merchants nationwide-just look for the “contactless” symbol.
Score Sweet Deals at Local Businesses
Want a free dessert with a purchase at the local pizza place? How about discounted tickets to local fairs and festivals? We’re always on the hunt for local deals for our members. We’ll post seasonal or limited-time offers here on our website and in newsletters… and remember, it’s JUST for SESLOC Members!
Here are some of our expired offers:
- 20% discount on select items at Farm Supply – offered in June 2024
- Free Strawberry Lemonade with purchase at Maya Mexican Restaurant – offered in Summer 2024
- 10% discount on tickets to Santa Barbara County Fair – offered in July 2024
- Free dessert with a $25 purchase at Palo Mesa Pizza locations – offered in November 2024
Stay tuned for more deals!

A SPECIAL OFFER
Just for SESLOC Members!
FREE Cup of Coffee or Fountain Drink
with any entrée at select North County Restaurant Group locations.
Valid February 1 - 28, 2025.
(Terms and conditions apply, learn more.)

Level Up Member Benefits
Do more. Get More.
It’s simple. Earn points for all that you do at SESLOC, including transacting, saving, borrowing and membership loyalty. The more points you have, the more benefits you get. Our new program rewards you with NEW benefits, on top of your Everyday Member Benefits.
READY TO JOIN US?
Skip a branch visit. Our online application takes just minutes.
Or, call us at (805) 543-1816 or visit any branch.
Top Member Benefits Programs


Level Up
Get rewarded for all of your credit union activity.
SESLOC Rewards
Earn points on eligible Visa debit and credit card purchases.
Local Rewards
Earn bonus SESLOC Rewards points at select local businesses.
*APY = Annual Percentage Yield.
1. Everyday Member Benefits are available to Credit Union members in accordance with disclosures and agreements between the Credit Union and the Consumer Member, including but not limited to the Member Application, the Member Account Agreement and Disclosure, Truth-in-Savings disclosures, all Fee Schedules, Rate Sheets and other account agreements and disclosures. For benefits including but not limited to Identity Theft Recovery + Mobile Phone Insurance, SESLOC Rewards, SESLOC Shred Days, EasyPay, insurance products through TruStage® Insurance Agency, LLC, and financial counseling through GreenPath, Inc., refer to their individual Terms and Conditions disclosures located on seslocstaging.wpengine.com or visit a SESLOC branch for more details regarding benefit terms, conditions, limits, restrictions and eligibility that apply. Some services require primary consumer member to agree to separate terms and conditions. Insurance offered through TruStage® Insurance Agency, LLC is a not a deposit and is not federally insured. The insurance coverage offered through TruStage® is not sold or guaranteed by the Credit Union.
2. The Level Up Member Benefits Program (“Program”) is provided by SESLOC Credit Union (“Credit Union”). The Program is available to consumer memberships, for which the primary consumer member is eighteen (18) years in age or older and is a member in good standing with the Credit Union. The Program is automatically available to an eligible consumer membership. Please visit seslocstaging.wpengine.com, Online Banking or any branch for the Level Up Member Benefits Program Disclosure (“Disclosure”) for more information regarding the terms and conditions of the Program. Certain restrictions and other limitations apply. By establishing or maintaining a consumer membership you are accepting the terms and conditions of the Program. If you prefer not to participate in the Program you may opt-out, see the Disclosure for more details. The Program terms, conditions and benefits may be amended at the sole discretion of the Credit Union and are subject to change without notice, except where required by law.
3. $5 minimum opening balance for Primary Share Savings account, required to maintain membership. Rate not offered on Secondary Savings accounts or Business Savings accounts. Dividend rates and APY are variable and may vary after the account is opened. Dividend rates on your account may change at any time. This is a tiered rate account. The dividend rates and APYs applied to an account will only apply to that portion of the corresponding average daily balance within each applicable tier. The dividend rate for one tier may be the same rate, or a higher or lower rate, than the rate for a lower tier. Fees may reduce account earnings. Additional restrictions may apply. Refer to your Truth in Savings Disclosure for more information.
4. Basic Checking is not eligible for Courtesy Pay Service or SESLOC Rewards Program for debit cards. Basic Checking incures a $2.00 monthly fee for paper statements. eStatements are fee-free.
5. Early access to direct deposit funds subject to employer and/or payer terms and conditions. SESLOC Credit Union (“Credit Union”) generally makes these funds available on the day the payment file is received, which may be up to one (1) day earlier than the scheduled payment date. The Credit Union cannot guarantee early access of a direct deposit payment. Other exceptions may apply.
6. SESLOC Rewards program Terms and Conditions can be found at seslocrewards.org The SESLOC Rewards program (“Program”) is a service provided by SESLOC Credit Union (“Sponsor”) and managed by ampliFI Loyalty Solutions, LLC (“Administrator”). Participation in the Program is exclusive to those who have a current HomeFREE Checking™ debit card or a SESLOC Visa Signature® Rewards credit card issued by the Sponsor. There is no pre-registration required. By making eligible transactions with a HomeFREE Checking account debit card and the SESLOC Visa Signature Rewards credit card, the cardholder is accepting the terms and conditions of the Program. See seslocrewards.org for Program terms and conditions. You retain the option to utilize these services as long as you are a HomeFREE Checking or SESLOC Visa Signature Rewards cardholder, subject to terms and conditions. Sponsor and Administrator reserves the right to modify, expand, discontinue, or retire any part of the program at any time.
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5 Ways to Level Up & Save More
Consider making moves to Level Up, with our new member benefits program.¹ Increasing benefits include select fee waivers, waived check orders, and rate discounts on new eligible consumer loans — all of which can help you save even more money and get ahead financially.
Central Coast Christmas Gifts: Unwrap Local Rewards This Season
Give your budget a jolly-good boost by shopping locally this holiday season! Earn delightful bonus rewards points¹ when you use your HomeFREE Checking™ debit or Visa Signature Rewards® credit card at participating Local Rewards² businesses. You can gather points that can be redeemed for gift cards, cash back and other merry rewards at seslocrewards.org.