Citizens Bank is currently offering a $100 bank bonus for opening a checking account. This holiday promotion expires on Dec 15, 2009. In order to get the full $100 bonus, you have to complete the following:

• Set up direct deposit for a payment of at least $50 – $50 bonus
• Make 5 online bill payments – $25 bonus
• Make 5 signature based debit or credit card purchases – $25 bonus

Once you complete all 3 you can get the full $100 bonus deposited into your checking account.

The Green checking qualifies for this promotion and it only requires $50 to open, with no monthly fees or min balances. The Green Checking also has their Greensense program. The greensense program pays you 10 cents for every debit purchase, online bill payment, or automatic payment with a limit of 100 per month. Their Free Green Checking has the following features:

• No monthly maintenance fees
• No minimum monthly balance requirements
• FREE Debit Card with Zero Liability
• FREE Online Banking & Bill Pay — save paper and postage stamps
• FREE Steady Save^® — an easy automatic savings plan

This promotion expires on Dec 15, so make sure you apply soon!