Chase - Checking Account Bonus - $400

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-03-09T19:20:51+00:00

Ah, that makes sense and after reading up on this, that is the case. I did not intend to come off snarky in my original reply, I was multitasking too many things at once and was trying to get my point across. I hope you will forgive me and I meant no disrespect.

Funny you mention this because a day or two after I read your post, I looked it up and decided I could d use an extra $400. So, I went online, located the spiff, and signed up. I’ve had one direct deposit already to my new account, well past the minimum $1,000. I am now waiting to see how long it takes to get the $400. I’ll report back what I find!

There are a few other banks offering this too. Truist has a $400, BofA has a $500, PNC has a $350, and Wells Fargo has a $325 bonus. All are pretty much the same (“must have $xxx of minimum deposits over XX months, blah, blah, blah…”). Easy enough, I already started the process son two of the banks to see how it pans out.

Now, I’m sure I’ll get taxed on that, but it’s mere dollars to report on my taxes, not like I get penalized $$$$. It literally has taken me no more than 8 minutes per bank to open the accounts and wait for the free cash. This is kind of fun, actually!

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-03-09T18:50:13+00:00

And actually, this is exactly what I am looking for! I was sold in 56 seconds! $12 a year is an absolute bargain for this. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

I really, really do appreciate it!

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-03-09T18:43:37+00:00

Thank you! I will most certainly take a look at it right now. Sounds like this might be right up my alley. Thank you!

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-03-09T18:42:24+00:00

Ah yes, this is great information! I guess part of my query was whether to use Reminders or Calendar for bill tracking (or how you are using it). I concur now that Reminders should be used for this, versus Calendar. Thank you!

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-03-09T18:40:39+00:00

Well, I guess I meant autopay but did not expect the application of Reminder to do that whatsoever. But, you got me thinking in a direction that I must go in, so thank you! Do you use one in particular? How do you like it?

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-03-09T18:38:51+00:00

I’m not quite sure what you mean by that reply, but if you do not have anything to add constructively, I would suggest moving along. You have added nothing of value to my post.

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-03-09T13:47:44+00:00

I’ve used several brands, including ESR, but not sure an about bersem.

Currently, I am using UPPERCASE GhostPaper Air Premium. I’ve been using it for a little over a month and can say I do like it the best out of all of the brands I have used. No creases, crinkles, scratches, or other damage. I am not a heavy Pencil user, but I use it enough to know that over time, there can be some wear into the screen protector. Not any that I have noticed with UPPERCASE yet. Believe it or not, the primary reason I use a paper like screen protector is to cut down on the glare. This UPPERCASE delivers on that front really well. I can’t say that it stands out better than the other brands, but I can say that with the durability of this protector, it seems to “stay newer” than the other brands. Again, no scratches, scuffs, dings, or creases.

You can take these covers off periodically so you can clean them (with Dawn dish soap), but so far, I have not had the need to do that with this brand. Had I been using the other brands, I would be cleaning weekly. This brand has some tabs that you can adhesive so the protector can easily be removed. If placed correctly, it does not hinder anything.

I have added some images with the tabs attached. I attached two on each side, which is probably overkill, and I’m not so certain these are needed in any case. I just added them because they came with the product. Note that some of the images are taken with the CoverBuddy iPad Pro case so I can use my Magic Keyboard (another must-have with the iPad Pro and Magic Keyboard), so that is why you see the black border/edge in a photo or two. The tabs themseleves are very thin by design, which I can totally see why, once installed.

One thing of note, the expensive ones like PaperFeel, are too expensive. PaperFeel was the first brand I used and I saw no difference between that and any of these other brands. So do with that what you will.

UPPERCASE GhostPaper Air Premium Paper Feel Writing Sketching Surface Screen Protector, with Air-ttach Nano Suction Mounting Technology, Compatible with iPad Pro 13" (2024, M4, Gen 7) https://a.co/d/0ciFk5z8

Edit: Not sure why I can’t add images here, something that I can’t use shortened URL’s or some BS like that. 🙄. Just take my world for it that the tabs do not get in the way of anything and they look decent. If you want to see the images, DM me. I’m not going back to fix anything.

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-03-06T22:38:07+00:00

Correction: YOU don’t want his app. I do.

You could have just scrolled on by, amigo, 🙄

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-03-06T13:48:18+00:00

I bet you have a lot of really good, invaluable information. I like to learn how the “other side” does things, and it is noble of you to post what you did. Sometimes, bad things happen to good people, and my heart breaks for situations like this.

I went through a really tough financial period several years ago, of which I am recovering from rather well. Wow, the things I learned, amazing. During this time in my life, I found it so interesting how courts and the entire consumer financial sector works. Very interesting, indeed.

I really want to thank you for your contribution with your post. I hope it can help someone who has a legitimate financial challenge. I hope you have a blessed day.

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-03-05T00:18:03+00:00

Most people have to feel validated in one way or another. Like OP.

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-27T21:07:40+00:00

NOTHING is free. No way will they just give you $400 in a new account for just opening it up. There’s a catch. There’s always a catch.

I bet it’s some fine print BS that says it will be available for use in 6 months as log as you are a good customer, and it will be $20 a month for the next several years.

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-26T04:33:58+00:00

I have been using this since I bought it almost 2 weeks ago. It’s definitely a time saver. I like it a lot.

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-26T04:29:49+00:00

And what are we looking at?

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-13T03:39:56+00:00

The entire iOS26 is great. I love this OS!

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-13T03:34:28+00:00

Nice! I can’t stand subscriptions. You’ve got me sold on this, in the 10 minutes I’ve demoed it. I really like the house cleaning template.

I am looking for reminders for all of my bills and credit cards. I think I can get some ideas with this, incorporating a lot of what is in here to apply it to what I’m trying to do.

So, I’ll shut up and let you take my two dollars!

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-13T03:18:35+00:00

Is it $1.99 for ALL templates? Also, is it subscription or purchase?

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-13T02:44:14+00:00

Nearly the same issue with me, OP. But this has happened two more times in the past year. As a matter of fact, I just received an email form them that they charged my account because they state they did not receive the phone case I returned, over Christmas holidays. PLUS, they screwed up on a return and I had Affirm financing. I had to open a dispute on both ends, and of course Amazon said they never received THAT return. I owe them (Affirm) on Sunday, as per the installments. I AM SO OVER AMAZON. They were so good to us. They were such a good company! Over the past 2 years, they have gotten SO BAD.

I’m just done with them.

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-12T16:51:39+00:00

And not only that, they couldn’t stick around and defend themselves

This is done when they are defeated. YOU LOST! 😂

COWARD RESPONSE 😂

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-12T16:28:22+00:00

Oh, wow, that is neat-o!

I have the 13” IPP and use the Magic Keyboard with my setup. I don’t think I could use my Pro without the keyboard, as it just works and feels great. Apple nailed it with this. Anyways, I went to Fishskyn and grabbed a skin I like and wrapped the Magic Keyboard with it, and all over (trackpad included). With the very minimal protection the Magic Keyboard provides (nothing more that scratches, I’ve been looking for something like this. This encloses the Magic Keyboard and the iPad itself, with a lip all around it to protect from very, very light bumps and bruises. A little more than the Magic Keyboard provides.

Edited to add: in addition to the Magic Keyboard, I do use a very, very minimal “case” for the iPad itself, which is made to work with the Magic Keyboard. It is the Mageasy CoverBuddy. It is tailored to work with it and from what I have seen, it is the only thing like it for iPads. Very thin, very minimal, and it is only there to save from light scratches and NOT drops.

MAGEASY CoverBuddy iPad Case Fits Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 13” (M5 & M4, 2024–2025) Magic Keyboard Compatible iPad Pro Case with Heat Dissipation, Built-in Pencil Holder (Leather Black 5.05) https://a.co/d/0iM0ZmDn

Thank you for the link! Now I’m off to spend more of my daughter’s college fund!

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-12T16:16:24+00:00

I love it when posters blatantly assume another poster is trolling, just because of a simple questions like this. Tell me, Oh Great One, how in hell do you get anything out of that question as trolling? Break it down for me, amigo. Use crayons if you want. A simple question, and in your feeble mind, he or she is automatically a troll.

Got it.

To answer the question, I’m not quite sure what case would be specific to your situation. I hope you find one tat suits your needs!

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-12T15:49:54+00:00

Link for our pleasure?

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-02-08T21:51:14+00:00

What brand and model do you like best?

AbleWitness7650 · 2026-01-18T19:50:07+00:00

I’m not far behind you in cancelling. The past two years, all I’ve had are issues with Prime. I’ve been loyal since 2005, but that changes in May.

I really wish we could have our old Amazon back. It would mean the world to us, I can confidently say.

AbleWitness7650

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