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It’s no secret that credit unions and banks like to offer promotions to get you to open a checking account. One of the most successful types is offering a checking account bonus. In other words, they’ll give you money if you open an account. While these bonuses can be very attractive, they come with conditions. Sometimes people don't receive their bonus because they failed to meet the required conditions.If you want to be certain of getting your checking account bonus with MIDFLORIDA, follow these tips.
Open an Account With MIDFLORIDA Credit Union.
Review the terms and conditions of the checking account bonus
Reading all the terms and conditions can help you understand how to succeed in receiving the bonus .
Speak with a banker
The terms and conditions of checking account bonuses are usually pretty straightforward and are disclosed at account opening. If you have any questions about them, don’t hesitate to ask an associate for clarification. Tellers and bankers are also excellent resources if you have a problem with one of the steps, such as setting up your online account.
Meet your conditions
Once you understand the terms and conditions, all you have to do is meet the conditions. This might seem obvious, but you’d be surprised how many people don’t get their checking account bonus simply because they forgot to complete one of the necessary items.
At MIDFLORIDA Credit Union, for instance, the $400 new Free Checking account bonus conditions include:
- Open a new Free Checking account
- Set up direct deposit ($4,000 cumulative which must post within 60 days of account opening)Accept and open online banking, eStatement, and a debit card
- Complete 40 debit card purchase transactions which must post within 60 days of account opening. (ATM transactions do not qualify)
If you don’t meet the conditions for the $400 bonus, don’t worry! You could meet the conditions for the $200 bonus which include:
- Open a new Free Checking Account
- Set up Direct Deposit ($2,000 cumulative which must post within 60 days of account opening)
- Accept and open online banking, eStatement, and a debit card
- Complete 20 debit card purchase transactions which must post within 60 days of account opening (ATM transactions do not qualify)
If you make a list of the terms and conditions when you review them, you’ll find that meeting your conditions is much easier.
Set a reminder
Believe it or not, many people don’t meet the terms and conditions simply because they forgot about them until it was too late. Don’t let this happen to you. Make a note on your calendar, whether it’s posted on the wall or an app on your phone, about when each condition must be met. You should also remind yourself when your checking account bonus should arrive. If the credit union or bank hasn’t deposited the bonus in your account by the due date, you’ll want to contact your credit union or bank and get an update. If an employee gives you a new deadline, set a new reminder and check again.
Be persistent
Finally, you need to be persistent to get your checking account bonus. In other words, you must stick with the process until the credit union or bank deposits the bonus into your checking account. Many people never get their bonuses simply because they give up when they encounter an obstacle or two. Don’t let this happen to you. Continue taking the steps described above and repeat them until the financial institution deposits the money in your account.
Become a member of MIDFLORIDA and open a new Free Checking account for your bonus
Open your account online, or visit a branch to set up your new Free Checking Account and claim your bonus today!