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Banking
No monthly maintenance fee
Northstar Savings

High-Yield Savings Starter

A flexible savings account designed for people building an emergency reserve. Open with $100, automate deposits and retain online access to your funds. The introductory yield applies during the opening period, followed by the institution’s standard variable yield.

The first 90 days earn an introductory 4.20% APY on eligible balances up to $25,000.
Banking
Up to $150 welcome reward
Everyday Federal

Cash-Back Checking Welcome Offer

A digital checking package with online bill payment, mobile check deposit and access to a nationwide ATM network. The welcome reward is designed for new accounts completing the stated direct-deposit activity.

Earn $150 after qualifying direct deposits totaling $1,000 within 60 days.
Banking
Fixed 12-month return
Harbor Community CU

12-Month Certificate Rate Lock

A short-term certificate for savers who do not need immediate access to the deposited amount. Interest compounds monthly and the rate remains fixed for the certificate term.

Lock a competitive fixed yield for 12 months with a $1,000 minimum opening deposit.
Credit Cards
15-cycle introductory period
ClearPath Card

Balance Transfer Reset

A balance-transfer card structured for consolidating eligible card balances. The promotional period can create a defined payoff window when paired with a fixed monthly repayment plan.

0% introductory APR on qualifying balance transfers for 15 billing cycles.
Credit Cards
50,000-point opportunity
Horizon Miles

Travel Points Welcome Package

A travel card with points on eligible purchases, trip-delay protection and no foreign transaction fee. The welcome package targets customers who can meet the spending threshold without carrying a balance.

Earn 50,000 points after $4,000 in eligible purchases during the first 90 days.
Mortgages
Up to $1,250 lender credit
HomeBridge Lending

First-Time Buyer Mortgage Credit

A conventional fixed-rate mortgage pathway for qualifying first-time buyers. Applicants can compare 15-, 20- and 30-year terms and use the lender credit toward permitted closing expenses.

Receive a lender credit of up to $1,250 toward eligible closing costs.
Mortgages
60-day rate lock
Summit Home Finance

Rate-Lock Assurance

A purchase-mortgage offer giving approved borrowers a defined rate-lock window. It is most useful when the expected closing date comfortably fits within the lock period.

Lock an eligible mortgage rate for 60 days while your purchase moves toward closing.
Mortgages
Personalized break-even review
KeyStone Mortgage

Refinance Closing-Cost Review

A refinance review comparing the current loan against proposed payment, term, fees and estimated break-even month. Borrowers receive a written scenario rather than a rate-only comparison.

Complimentary refinance analysis with a side-by-side break-even estimate.
Insurance
Potential savings up to 20%
RoadWise Insurance

Safe-Driver Auto Discount

A usage-based auto insurance program that evaluates braking, mileage, time of day and other driving signals. Enrollment begins with a monitoring period before any personalized discount is applied.

Eligible drivers can save up to 20% after completing the telematics assessment period.
Insurance
One coordinated policy review
Union Shield

Home and Auto Bundle Review

A bundled insurance review that aligns renewal dates, liability limits and deductibles across home and auto policies. Customers receive an itemized comparison for bundled and separate coverage.

Combine eligible home and auto policies for a multi-policy price review.
Insurance
Flexible limits and deductibles
UrbanNest Insurance

Renters Protection Starter

A renters policy package covering eligible personal property, personal liability and additional living expenses following a covered event. Optional valuable-item coverage can be added.

Contents and liability coverage packages starting from a low monthly entry point.
Insurance
Up to $500,000 coverage option
FamilyGuard Life

Term Life Digital Application

A streamlined term-life application for adults seeking 10-, 20- or 30-year coverage periods. Some applicants may complete the process without an in-person medical examination.

Apply online for up to $500,000 of level term coverage, subject to underwriting.
Insurance
Optional routine-care package
Pawsure

Pet Wellness Add-On

An optional package for routine vaccinations, annual examinations and selected preventive treatments, used alongside an accident and illness plan.

Add routine-care reimbursement to an eligible accident and illness policy.
Investing
Six-month management-fee waiver
BrightPath Invest

Automated Portfolio Intro Period

A diversified portfolio service that recommends an allocation from stated goals, horizon and risk tolerance. Automatic deposits and rebalancing are included during the introductory period.

Digital portfolio management fee waived for the first six months on qualifying new accounts.
Retirement
Guided account transfer
Longview Brokerage

IRA Transfer Support

A service team helps customers gather statements, initiate trustee-to-trustee transfers and track eligible IRA assets through completion.

Receive guided transfer assistance when consolidating eligible retirement accounts.
Loans
No-impact initial rate check
GradPath

Student Loan Rate Check

A student-loan refinancing comparison that displays estimated fixed and variable rate options before a full application. Borrowers can select several repayment periods.

Check estimated refinancing terms using a soft credit inquiry.
Loans
No origination fee on eligible loans
SimpleFund

Personal Loan Fee-Free Review

An installment-loan review for debt consolidation, planned purchases and home projects. Available terms and payment estimates are shown before final acceptance.

Check personalized loan options without an origination fee on qualifying products.
Business
Up to $300 account credit
MainStreet Business

Small-Business Checking Credit

A checking account for small businesses needing card access, online bill payment and deposit controls. The opening credit requires a new account and specified balance and activity milestones.

Earn a $300 account credit after qualifying deposits and transaction activity.
Tax
Simple federal return option
FileRight Online

Tax Filing Early Access

An online interview for common wage income, standard deductions and selected credits. Users can import supported tax forms and electronically file eligible returns.

Federal online filing included for qualifying simple returns.
Home Finance
Energy upgrade financing comparison
GreenHome Finance

Home Energy Financing Review

A project-financing review that compares repayment periods and monthly costs for eligible residential energy improvements. Contractor documentation is required before funds are released.

Compare fixed-payment financing for qualifying insulation, heat-pump and solar projects.