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American Express is back with an enhanced checking account welcome bonus! Open a new personal Rewards Checking account and earn a $300 cash bonus when you complete qualifying direct deposits. Key Requirements: Complete $7,500 in direct deposits within 90 days of opening Available nationwide for personal accounts only No monthly maintenance fees Soft credit pull only Account Benefits: Zero monthly fees FDIC insured Integration with Amex rewards ecosystem Mobile banking and digital tools This offer represents a $50 increase from the previous $250 bonus, making it one of the more competitive checking account promotions available from major financial institutions.

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American Express Gold cardholders can now earn significantly more points for referring friends! Recent updates show some cardholders earning up to 30,000 points per referral, a major increase from the standard 10,000-15,000 point offers. Key Benefits: Enhanced referral bonuses up to 30,000 points (varies by cardholder) Annual maximum remains at 55,000 points for Gold card Universal referral system works across all Amex cards Pro tip: Save high-value referral links when available for future use How It Works: Refer from your highest bonus card regardless of which new card your friend applies for. Some Business cards offer even higher rates, with certain cards reaching up to 100,000 annual maximums. Availability varies by cardholder and timing.

CVS has reached a $20 million digital privacy class action settlement. If you accessed CVS's digital platforms in the U.S. before July 27, 2026, you may be eligible to receive a cash payment. Payment Options: Cash Payment A: Up to $10 — requires proof of use (browser history, screenshots, or email receipts) Cash Payment B: Up to $5 — no proof required Eligible CVS Digital Properties include: CVS.com CVSHealth.com The official CVS mobile app How to File Your Claim: Visit the official claim form Log in using your LoginID and PIN from your email notice, or submit without logging in Complete the online form, or download and submit by email or mail Select your preferred payment option and upload any required documentation Submit online or postmark your form by November 16, 2026 Important: Claims are submitted under penalty of perjury. Only file if you genuinely qualify — fraudulent claims can reduce payouts for all eligible members.

Amazon Prime members can get 4 months of Audible Standard for just $0.99/month, plus a bonus $20 Audible credit — a significant discount off the regular $8.99/month rate. Key details: Pricing: $0.99/month for 4 months (regular price: $8.99/month) Bonus: $20 Audible credit included Eligibility: Amazon Prime members only Offer expires: October 7, 2026 Important note: This offer auto-enrolls you in recurring billing. If you don't want to continue at the standard rate after 4 months, be sure to cancel before the promotional period ends. Audible Standard vs. Premium Plus: Standard lets you access purchased content only while your subscription is active. If your membership lapses, you lose access — though you can regain it by resubscribing. Premium Plus members, by contrast, keep their purchased titles permanently. That said, at $0.99/month, Standard is still an excellent value for casual listeners. This deal is part of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days lead-up promotions.

Visa and Mastercard have reached a combined $167.5 million settlement over allegations that they unlawfully restricted how independent ATM operators set surcharge fees. If you paid unreimbursed ATM access fees at a non-bank ATM between 2007 and 2026, you may be entitled to a share of the fund. Settlement Breakdown: Visa: $88.775 million Mastercard: $78.725 million Total pool: $167.5 million Who Qualifies: You used an independent (non-bank) ATM between October 24, 2007 and August 14, 2026 You were charged an access fee for a cash withdrawal Your bank did not fully reimburse that fee Residents of California, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Michigan may also qualify under separate state classes Payout Details: There is no fixed payment amount. Each claimant receives a proportional share of the net settlement fund based on the number of qualifying ATM transactions submitted. How to File: Gather supporting documents — bank statements, ATM receipts, or other records showing qualifying transactions Submit your claim online at the official settlement website Make sure your claim is submitted by February 10, 2027 Key Dates: Opt-out / objection deadline: December 11, 2026 Claim filing deadline: February 10, 2027 Final approval hearing: February 17, 2027 Case: Burke v. Visa Inc., et al., Case No. 1:11-cv-01882, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia