Frequently Asked Questions

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The required documentation will vary depending on the product. Be prepared to provide the last 30 days of pay stubs, two years of tax returns, two years of W-2s, bank statements for the past two months, proof of down payment funds, proof of identity and social security number.

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All customers will be enrolled in Fraud Alerts, however, when you receive a text message from the number 96923, you can respond STOP to opt out from Fraud Alerts. If you unsubscribe to Fraud Alerts and need to subscribe later, please contact us at 1.866.398.7226.

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To apply, you must be a legal US resident, be a Texas resident (or be moving within the next 90 days), be at least 18 years old, have a Social Security number, and have your Government Issued ID available. If you do not meet this criteria, please visit an Extraco Banks branch to inquire about an account.

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If suspicious activity is detected, your card will be temporarily suspended and you’ll get a text from 96923 asking you to verify the transaction. If you don’t respond within five minutes, we’ll follow up by email and then with a phone call from 800-237-8990. If we can’t reach you between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m., your card will stay suspended until you respond or call 855-293-2456 to unlock it.

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Typically gift cards cannot be canceled or exchanged. However, you can reach out to Cashback+ support for guidance at support@prizeout.com

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Contactless payments are transactions that use chip-based technology and require no physical connection between the payment device (a card or mobile device) and the physical merchant terminal.

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Coming Soon! Anytime you purchase Cashback+ digital gift cards using funds from your Extraco checking account, you can receive bonus offers!

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CashBack+ lets you earn cash back by purchasing digital gift cards through Online Banking or the Extraco eBank app using your checking or savings account. Offers are personalized and updated regularly from hundreds of popular brands.

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You have five minutes to respond to the initial text from 96923 before alerts are sent via email and phone. If we can’t reach you between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m., your card will stay suspended until you respond or call 855.293.2456 to unlock it.

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Every day you make purchases, from groceries to gas, cardigans to coffee. Imagine if you could get cash back, just for buying the things you already buy. Say hello to CashBack+, a customer benefit from Extraco Banks. Browse offers personalized to your favorite brands + hundreds more. Purchase a gift card in any amount, and use it to make your purchases. You'll receive instant cash back, up to 20% depending on the current offers listed.

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It will be a same-day turn around process. Please note a delay may occur if additional information is required to finalize the dispute.

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Log in to Online Banking, go to Account Tools, and select Order Checks. Choose the account, verify your information, and follow the prompts. For help, call 1.800.275.1053.

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It is important to let us know when and where you are traveling. You can call Customer Care at 1.866.398.7226 to notify us of your travel dates. You can also set up. travel alerts through our online banking by selecting 'Card Management' on the left hand side and then select 'Travel Notifications.' While it is extremely important when traveling outside the country, we recommend you let us know anytime you are traveling, even if it seems a short distance. Anytime activity occurs outside your normal spending trends, it may trigger an alert from our Alert System. 

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Yes, use the Link Account button on the home screen or go to Other Services > Add External Account to securely connect accounts from other banks.

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No. Settings for Account Alerts and settings for Secure Delivery Contact are different. You'll find Account alerts under Settings - Alerts and you'll find Secure Delivery Contact settings under Settings - Login Preferences - Secure Delivery Contact Information. Be sure to adjust both.

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Once logged into Online Banking, or the Extraco eBank app, select Other Services on the main menu and then select Stop Payment. You will need to enter all of the required fields to request a stop payment.

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In Online Banking, go to Menu > Other Services > Stop Payment, then enter the required check details. You can also call to request a temporary (14-day) stop or a permanent one, which will require your e-signature.

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Extraco Private Bank is an exclusive banking option to accompany our other innovative financial services and products. Our Private Bank team provides personalized guidance and innovative solutions that adapt to the evolving needs and goals of our most affluent clients.

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Yes, you do pay taxes on savings bonds when you cash them. You may be subject to other taxes on the interest earned as well.

If you cash your savings bond on Treasury Direct, you will receive a 1099-INT tax form the following year.

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Allpoint's 55,000 surcharge-free ATMs are located in local, regional and national retailers across all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico, Australia and the United Kingdom. This includes merchants such as CVS/pharmacy, Kroger, Target, Walgreens, Winn-Dixie and many others. Use the ATM locator to find the Allpoint ATM closest to you.