ACU of Texas Blog

It’s America Saves Week – a great time to improve your saving habits! Check out these five tips on ways to make saving easier.

Ready to raise your credit score? Do these things to build better credit and enjoy the perks of lower loan rates.

The bags are packed and your family is ready to go! Most of us look forward to summer vacation all year, and these smart tips can save you lots of time, ensuring you have the most relaxing vacation possible.

Moms are a source of endless support and love. So of course, we want to make Mother’s Day as special as it can be. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to show your mom how much you appreciate her. Here are some ideas that are as thoughtful as they are affordable.

The American Rescue Plan has been signed into law. Here's how big your stimulus payment will be, when you're likely to receive it, which dependents are eligible, and more!

You don't have to spend a ton of money to make Valentine's Day special. Check out our ideas to celebrate without breaking the bank.

When sending confidential information to members, Associated Credit Union of Texas will encrypt emails to protect you and your data. Follow these steps to properly set up your encryption access.

Due to social distancing guidelines, it can be an interesting time to buy a house. To give yourself the best chance to achieve your goal of owning a new home, consider these helpful tips.

With a new year comes new goals. If you resolved to save more this year, here are several fun and easy savings challenges that can help you along the way.

While holiday shopping offers great deals, consumers can fall victim to a number of scams and frauds. We have put together a list of tips to use to avoid being a victim of a holiday scam.

We hope our community stays hurricane-free, but it's always good to be prepared. Check out our Disaster Readiness Guide and stay connected with your credit union in the event of a storm or natural disaster.

Take advantage of these convenient products and services as you head back to school - virtually or on campus!

Identity theft affects millions of Americans each year. Follow these tips to help protect yourself and keep your personal information secure.

Don't fall for a stimulus package scam!

Fraud at the ATM can lead to money being drained from a bank account, and consumers have a new reminder to check for fraudulent charges.

Jugging is a new trend in financial theft, and unfortunately is gaining prevalence in the Greater Houston Area. Jugging is the term used to describe suspects who sit in the parking lots of financial institutions, watching as customers go in and out.

Fraudsters are sending credit union members fake cashier's checks in an attempt to steal their hard-earned money. Though commonly thought of as more secure than electronic payments or personal checks, cashier’s checks are not immune to fraud.

When you bank online, you trust that your account is safe from hackers. Even so, online accounts can seem to consumers like easy targets: Instead of robbing a bank, a criminal could simply whisk away your money with a few keystrokes.

Identity theft takes many forms — from a stolen Social Security card to someone taking your tax refund to a data breach at a company — but the basics are the same: Someone uses your personal information without your consent for financial gain.

Everything you need to know about mobile payment apps.