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How to Protect Yourself from a Fraud Ring
What is a fraud ring? A fraud ring is an organized circle of criminals working to defraud and steal from people. They’ll use the same tactics as smaller scammer groups and individuals but work on a massive scale. They also tend to have access to more technology and...
How to Protect Yourself from Social Security Fraud
Social Security scams are on the rise. Unfortunately, many of the older adults who receive Social Security benefits can be overly trusting and vulnerable to these scams. However, with some knowledge of how these scams play out, you can protect yourself and Social...
Card Fraud: How to Protect Yourself
With the advent of online commerce, credit and debit card fraud has exploded. Unfortunately, credit card fraud can go unnoticed until it causes serious damage. Here, we’ve outlined what you need to know about credit and debit card fraud, how to protect yourself, and...
2023 Escheatment Announcement
The state of Texas, through escheat laws, mandates that financial institutions surrender inactive accounts over to the State Treasury. Inactive accounts are accounts that have had no activity for the last 3 years. Dividends do not count as transactions. The state...
All You Need to Know About Share Certificates
No one wants to play around with their savings. You work hard for your money, and if you’ve built up a sizable nest egg. Now, you’ll want to park it somewhere safe where it will have the best chance at growth. If you’re looking for a place to keep your savings, a...
How to Protect Yourself from AI Fraud
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way we live and work. Unfortunately, though, it’s also revolutionizing the way scammers scam. Here’s what you need to know about AI fraud and how to protect yourself. What is AI fraud? AI fraud is the use of...
Financial Tips for Summer
The season of flip-flops and sunscreen, lemonade, and baseball games. What’s not to love about summer? Unfortunately, summer is also the season of overspending for many. When the sun is blazing across a cloudless sky and the day stretches on with endless...
All You Need to Know About Enhanced Savings Accounts (aka Money Market Accounts)
Enhanced savings accounts (aka money market accounts) offer many convenient features of checking accounts, with an attractive rate of return to help your money grow. Here’s all you need to know about money market accounts. High dividend rates Money market...
Money and Mental Health
For many, the mere mention of the word “money” sparks feelings of stressed anxiety. At the same time, living a financially responsible life can help one maintain optimal mental health. With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, this is the perfect time to take a...
Intuit Quicken File Exporting Update
Texas DPS Credit Union is no longer offering exportable Intuit Quicken information from our Online Banking platform. If you are a user of QuickBooks online or desktop, good news - you can still upload your financial information into the system in a different way! ...
Grad Gifts on a Budget: Celebrating the Big Day without Breaking the Bank
Graduation season is here! While it’s a super-exciting time for grads, it can also be a stressful time for those looking to find the perfect gift within budget. Whether you’re a parent, a friend or a relative of a grad, finding a thoughtful and meaningful gift that...
New Card Management Features Coming to Mobile Banking
We are excited to announce that soon you will have greater control over your debit and credit cards, allowing you to set daily spending limits, receive transaction alerts, track your spending, and more! Here’s what you need to know for a seamless upgrade: Ensure your...











