Getting cash for opening a new bank account and meeting a few requirements can be an effortless money grab. But it could also present missed opportunities if you ignore the finer details.

I’m a bank bonuses expert and a consumer who’s taken advantage of bank promotions. Here’s what to know about the best and worst things about bank account bonus offers.

Best thing: Discovering a provider that works well for you

Trying out a new financial institution can provide a fresh start. You might discover that you can do banking tasks more easily within the institution’s mobile app, or have access to more branches or ATMs.

I’ve opened a savings account to take advantage of a bonus offer. What made it more enticing was that it was at a credit union, a type of financial institution I’d always wante

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