USBank $100-150 Checking Bonus with DD (Exp June 30, 2009) Invitation ONLY

I don't either. It is an invitation to specific current USBank clients (I am a credit card account client).

Chexsystems and a soft bureaus pull are done for address/identity confirmation purposes.

any chance of credit card funding?

thanks. green 4 u.

catbertsf said: zaxdude said: I got a postcard (rather generic, didn't even have my name on it - just my address) recently in the mail from USBank. It was for a $150 bonus, tho. Similar terms regarding DD and such. I've been planning on opening it up. Tough to turn down 150 bux.

any promo code for that?

I didn't see one on the postcard at all. Strange too. The card said I could apply online or visit my local branch (call 1-800-720-BANK, stop by nearest branch, or visit www.usbank.com/checking). But there wasn't any info on how to indicate I was applying under the $150 promo. I'd rather do it online, but I probably will have to go to a branch. Just haven't had the time. I'll try to do that in the next couple of days; maybe I can get a "promo code" from the branch. The only "codes" I see are in the address area, and it's addressed to "Dear Neighbor" with my address info. Above "Dear Neighbor" is "PC" followed by a six digit number. Maybe this is the promo code? Unique?

By the way, the terms on the postcard say I have to set up a recurring DD of at least $150 within 60 days of account opening. $150 credit will post within 6-8 weeks after DD is established. Minimum $50 to open account. Offer expires May 31, 2009.

Being unemployed doesn't have to be a deal breaker. In AZ, you can get direct deposit for your unemployment checks.

Crazykole5 said: gatsu said: zaxdude said: I got a postcard (rather generic, didn't even have my name on it - just my address) recently in the mail from USBank. It was for a $150 bonus, tho. Similar terms regarding DD and such. I've been planning on opening it up. Tough to turn down 150 bux.

I actually received the $150 promo through email. I wonder what qualifies as DD for US Bank? Got the Chase bonus with WaMu xfer (ING didn't work). Would luv to get this, too but currently unemployed. Decisions, decisions....

According to http://www.fatwallet.com/forums/finance/432086/ , paypal or ACH push will count as direct deposit.

Although people were saying so, I am not entirely convinced of ACH effectiveness, yet. There's very limited discussion on US bank. CSR told me that it won't count, but they are hardly trustworthy anyway.
In a nutshell, I'll just take my chances. It will take just 10 min overall..

my first real direct deposit went into this account this morning for $100.

I sent an email asking for my bonus (i know.... 6-8 weeks but i'm going for a 1-2 week turnaround).

My first direct deposit went in to my account today. I know the terms of a promotional offer I applied under state that the bonus will post within 6-8 weeks following the first direct deposit. However, I'd like to see if that process could be expedited. Please?

their response came to my email address rather than secure messaging on usbank.com's website:

I apologize that we are unable to expedite the payment of this promotion credit to your
account. To receive this promotion within the 6-8 weeks, the account will also need to be
still open and in good standing.

Same here -- did the $150 (didnt switch over my payroll)

07/08/09 Adjusted Interest $150.00
07/08/09 Electronic Deposit Fid Bkg Svc Llc $120.00
06/29/09 Electronic Deposit Paypal $135.68
06/29/09 Electronic Deposit Paypal $100.00
06/26/09 Web Authorized Pmt Paypal $241.33
06/11/09 Electronic Deposit Paypal $125.27
06/04/09 Electronic Deposit Fid Bkg Svc Llc $20.01
05/27/09 Electronic Withdrawal Jpmorgan Chase $0.35
05/27/09 Electronic Deposit Paypal $5.00
05/27/09 Electronic Deposit Jpmorgan Chase $0.17
05/27/09 Electronic Deposit Jpmorgan Chase $0.18
05/26/09 Electronic Deposit Paypal $40.91
05/19/09 Electronic Deposit Paypal $0.06
05/19/09 Electronic Deposit Paypal $0.08
05/18/09 Deposit $100.00

I received another promotional offer email. I suspect it is a targeted email for my DW.

Image is at left for $150 ... It expires September 30th, 2009.

terms:

A $50 minimum deposit is required to open a U.S. Bank Checking account. Get your cash bonus when you open a new consumer checking account by September 30, 2009 and set up a recurring direct deposit of at least $100 within 60 days of account opening. Your bonus will be reported as interest earned on IRS Form 1099-INT and will be credited to your new checking account within 6-8 weeks after direct deposit is established assuming account is open and in good standing. Offer may not be combined with any other cash bonus or marketing offers. One offer per household. Other restrictions may apply. Fees charged for non-U.S. Bank ATM transactions may apply and other ATM network owners may assess a usage fee.

U.S. Bank wants to give you $150

I opened an account in May and finally received my bonus after emailing to remind them.