Wellness Center¶

Full courses of content to help you navigate the world of finance through all of life's stages. Our "Coaches" are self-paced and keep track of your progress, so you can pick up where you left off at any time.

Topics include retirement savings, basic bookkeeping, creating a budget, setting up a business, preparing for college and more! We also offer a variety of calculators to help you plan.

Teen Center¶

A program designed to help teens prepare for adulthood with engaging, informative topics like basic bookkeeping, creating a budget, paying for things like rent, insurance and college...and more!

Kids Center¶

With fun and goofy circumstances, real financial predicaments, and just the right amount of humor, kids learn about things like making payments, unexpected expenses, sales tax, and ATM withdrawals.

Teach Children to Save¶

We bring engaging and relevant financial literacy lessons to classroom on the Central Coast as part of the American Bankers Association's Teach Children to Save program.

Lights, Camera, Save!¶

The Lights, Camera, Save! video contest is a call for teens to use their imagination to educate themselves and their peers about the value of building sound financial habits before adulthood.

Tips: Password Security¶

Companies report over 5,000 data breaches a year, exposing sensitive information, including login credentials. Don't be a victim—learn how to protect yourself!

Tips: Bank Account Security¶

Your best defense against fraud is you, but we offer great tools to help!

Tips: Debit Card Security¶

Debit card fraud is on the rise, but there are things you can do to protect your accounts.

Tips: Safeguarding Your Checks¶

Check fraud (forgery, theft, washing and counterfeiting) can be a nightmare to clean up, but a few cautious steps can help protect your checks!

Tips: Protecting Your Devices¶

Our devices are an integral part of our day-to-day banking, but they can also be prime targets for fraud. Learn how to protect yourself and your information!

Corporate Account Takeover¶

Stay alert to corporate account takeover threats!

.BANK¶

Quick verification that the website or email is authentically from our bank, so you can interact with confidence when you see .BANK at the end of our email address and website URL.

Fraudulent Phone Calls¶

Phone calls from scammers can be alarming, even frightening. Arm yourself with the tools you need to recognize and stop fraud!

Fraudulent Emails¶

New email scams pop up everyday and fraudsters are getting smarter. Know what to look for to avoid giving out personal information!

Prevent Identity Theft¶

Recovering from Identity Theft can take years and can be expensive. Learn how to avoid it in the first place and what steps to take if the unthinkable happens.

Fraudulent Bill Pay¶

We take the security of your online accounts very seriously and, with online bill pay fraud occurrences on the rise, we want to let you know that we care and we have you covered!

Keeping Your Browsers Updated¶

The best way to have a secure online experience is to update your browser. Use the most up-to-date browser to keep your financial information safe.

What to do with Your Stimulus Check¶

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) provides needed assistance to businesses, expansions to unemployment insurance, and direct relief checks to many Americans.

Meet Your 401(k)¶

Even if you’re just starting your first real job—actually, especially if you’re just starting your first real job—it’s time to start thinking about retiring. That’s not a comment on how motivated or unmotivated you are, or a suggestion that you should wish your life away. It’s just reality.

Early Withdrawals From Retirement Savings¶

Whether you find yourself laid off from work, facing a medical emergency, or confronted with a situation that you’re financially unprepared for, it may be tempting to withdraw from retirement savings—but there are penalties and consequences you need to consider before doing so.

Recognizing and Avoiding Scams¶

Con artists cheat Americans out of billions of dollars every year. Recognizing red flags for potential scams can help protect you, your loved ones, and your hard earned cash.

Finding Funds in an Emergency¶

If you find yourself facing an emergency that you’re financially under-prepared for, the prospect of what to do next may feel overwhelming. Don’t panic. There are things you can do to get through this crisis.

Cost vs. Quality¶

Whether you’re standing in front of a shelf at the grocery store, shopping online, or even walking around a car dealership, you may wonder: Do I go for the “nicer,” more expensive option or choose the cheaper one to save some money? At the end of the day, what you’re really debating is cost vs. quality.

Reducing Your Food Bill¶

Buying food is essential, of course, but if you’re not careful, it can also eat into your budget.

When Times Get Tough¶

When emergencies and unexpected situations strike, it’s important to be prepared and make wise decisions.

Worried About Phishing Scams?¶

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Your Bank Emailing You About UFOs?¶

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Getting Weird Calls From Your Bank?¶

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Bank sending you horoscopes?¶

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Getting Unusual Texts from Your Bank?¶

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Too good to be true?¶

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