Heads up, awardtrail readers! Travis Credit Union is offering a sweet bonus of up to $475 for new checking account customers, and the deal has been extended until April 30, 2025! This is definitely something to consider if you live, work, worship, or attend school in Solano, Yolo, Contra Costa, Merced, Napa, Alameda, Colusa, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sonoma and Stanislaus counties. Military and civilian personnel of Travis Air Force Base, and immediate family members of current members are also eligible.

Here's the breakdown: open a new Free Checking or Access Checking account with the promo code "CheckingBonusX75" and set up direct deposit. Depending on how much you deposit within 90 days, you'll earn a bonus. Deposits of $1,500–$4,999 will net you $275, $5,000–$9,999 earns $375, and $10,000 or more gets you the full $475. The account has no monthly fees, it's a soft pull (won't hurt your credit score), and the bonus is paid out after 90 days.

Why should you care? Well, free money is always good, right? This bonus is a fantastic way to pad your travel fund or boost your points stash. Just remember, the bonus is considered interest, so you'll need to report it on your taxes. Also, there's a $20 early account termination fee if you close the account within six months, so plan to keep it open a little while. This looks like a fairly easy bonus to snag, so don't miss out!