First Flight Credit Union is offering a $150 bonus for opening a new checking account, but you'll need to jump through a few hoops. To snag the bonus, you need to set up recurring direct deposits totaling at least $500 per month within 60 days of opening the account. This offer is valid until November 30, 2025.

The main downside is that the checking accounts come with monthly fees ($3-$20), though you can often waive them with direct deposit or by maintaining a high balance. Whether this bonus is worth it depends on whether you can easily meet the direct deposit requirement and avoid those pesky monthly fees. If you're already in North Carolina and looking for a new bank, it might be worth a look, but be sure to read the fine print! It's a hard pull.