Heads up, deal hunters! Rakuten, that awesome shopping portal where you earn rewards just for buying stuff you were already going to buy, is offering a sweet signup bonus. New users can score either $50 cashback, 5,000 Amex Membership Rewards points, or 5,000 Bilt Rewards points after spending just $50 through the portal.

Why should you care? Well, if you're not using a shopping portal like Rakuten, you're leaving money (or points!) on the table. This bonus is a fantastic way to kickstart your rewards earning. Imagine getting 5,000 Amex points – that's a nice chunk towards a flight or hotel! Or, if you're all about that rent rewards life, 5,000 Bilt points is nothing to sneeze at.

To grab this bonus, simply sign up for Rakuten and make sure to spend at least $50 through their portal within the specified timeframe. It's a no-brainer to boost your points balance or pad your wallet! Just be sure to choose the rewards currency you value the most before you start shopping.