Offer at a glance
Maximum bonus amount: $250
Availability: MD, In Branch only [Locations]
Direct deposit required: Yes, $1,000+
Additional requirements: See below
Hard/soft pull: Unknown
ChexSystems: Unknown
Credit card funding: Unknown
Monthly fees: $5, avoidable
Early account termination fee: $50, 180 days
Household limit: None
Expiration date: March 31, 2024
The Offer
Harford Bank is offering a $250 bonus when you open a new Special Elite Checking Account and complete the following requirements:
Open a new Special Elite Checking Account by March 31, 2024, with a minumium opening deposit of $100.
Receive a qualifying direct deposit of at least $1,000 within 45 days of account opening.
Keep account open and active for 90 days.
The Fine Print
ELIGIBLITY REQUIREMENTS. This account is for persons who have a monthly ACH deposit of at least $1,000 and who has not held a checking account at Harford Bank within the past 24 months.
To receive the $250 bonus, a qualifying direct deposit** of at least $1,000 must be established within 45 days of account opening. Account must remain open and active for 90 days to receive the bonus.
Bonus will be credited to the Elite Checking account within 30 days of all requirements being met.
Only recurring electronic deposits of payroll, pension or social security are considered to be qualifying direct deposits.
All bank account bonuses are treated as income/interest and as such you have to pay taxes on them
Avoiding Fees
Monthly Fees
A monthly $5.00 activity service charge will apply to customers who do not have a monthly ACH deposit. A $5.00 fee will be assessed if you close this account at any time.
Early Account Termination Fee
A $50 early close-out fee will be imposed if the account is closed within 180 days of opening.
Our Verdict
Need to know if it’s a hard or soft pull.
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