Guides
Bonus guides
New to bank bonuses? Start here — how they work, how to keep them, and the details that trip people up.
- How bank bonuses work
What a sign-up bonus is, how you qualify, and when you get paid.
- Avoiding clawbacks & gotchas
Why bonuses get reversed, and how to qualify cleanly.
- Are bank bonuses taxable?
Yes — here's how they're taxed and reported.
- Direct deposit, explained
What qualifies, what doesn't, and how to avoid the #1 mistake.