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Bank of America

Bank of America: up to $500 bonus

Bank of America: up to $500 bonus. Included in BankBonus.com's current best checking account promotions list.

Eligible new banking customer

Entitlement facts

Benefit type: Bank account bonus. Cash or another reward offered for opening, funding, or using an eligible bank or credit-union account. Taxonomy definition →
What it unlocks: Bank of America: up to $500 bonus
Who qualifies: Eligible new banking customer
Requirements: Open a new Bank of America Advantage Banking personal checking account using the link below Within 90 days, receive qualifying direct deposits of $2,000 (earn $100), $5,000 (earn $300) or $10,000+ ($500). Bank of America will attempt to pay bonus within 60 days of meeting the requirements. Additional terms and conditions apply. See offer page for more details. Member FDIC.
How to activate: Open through the eligible offer path and complete the published requirements.
Cost basis: Deposit or balance activity required. The benefit requires opening, funding, maintaining, or using an account through deposits, direct deposit, balances, or qualifying transactions. Deposited principal is not necessarily a fee, but funds may be tied up and account charges may apply.
Cost and fees: Underlying account fees and waiver conditions vary.
Geography: US, Offer-specific
Personalization: Published eligibility is not described as individually targeted.

EVIDENCE / 2 SOURCES

Eligibility is conditional, not guaranteed.

Check the provider's final terms immediately before applying, depositing funds, spending, or changing a paid relationship.

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Bank of America: up to $500 bonus

Entitlement facts

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