Member Education
At Texas Partners, we strive to routinely inform and educate members on financial matters. We care about your financial well-being and want to help you achieve financial independence. This page is updated frequently so check back often.

 

How to Spot Red Flags of an Investment Seminar Scam: Falling victim to a fraudulent investment scheme can mean losing anywhere from a few hundred dollars to your life savings. While most people might not see the harm in sitting through an investment seminar, Better Business Bureau (BBB) recommends researching the investment company first, rather than run the risk of falling for a financial siren song over a free lunch. read more>>

Changing Allocations as Your Goals or Time Horizons Change: Asset allocation is an approach to investing. It involves spreading your investments over different asset categories. Your asset mix, the specific investments within each category, and the timing of your investments all play a part in your overall return. read more>>

Phishing Alert: Whenever you receive an unsolicited email (or text or phone call) requesting personal information such as account numbers, PINs, etc.,

° do not follow any links (including "unsubscribe")
° NEVER provide personal information
° ALWAYS independently verify all phone numbers and Web addresses
° Report suspicious activity to the Federal Trade Commission by calling (877) 438-4338.
° And, please report suspicious activity that uses the Texas Partners name, by calling (254) 526-3081 or (800) 246-7039 or by clicking here.

Avoid Mortgage Modification and Foreclosure Avoidance Scams:
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued a consumer advisory to help homeowners avoid scams that claim to help them save their homes, but can cause them to lose their homes and their money. read more>>

Five Foreclosure Avoidance Tips: The Federal Reserve Board has issued five tips to help consumers avoid foreclosure. read more>>

SMiSHing is the new Phishing: Identity thieves have turned to text messages in an attempt to steal your personal information. Learn how to protect yourself and what to do if you suspect that you have been victimized. read more>>

How to Protect Your Credit: Follow these easy tip to protect your credit and good name. read more>>

Soldiers and Sailors Relief Act: If you have been called to Active Military Duty we may be able to reduce your loan interest rate. learn more>>

Investors' 5 Biggest Mistakes: Read this article to find out what investment mistakes you could be making and what you can do to prevent them. learn more>>

United States Environmental Protection Agency: Read here on how you can make informed automotive purchase decisions and learn fuel-saving tips. learn more>>