# Evanston Community Bank Total Access Checking: $500 bonus

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- Status: Limited reports
- Bonus: $500
- Requirement: $2,000+ DD/mo for 2 months after opening
- Expires: Nov 3, 2026
- Availability: Nationwide
- Institution: Evanston Community Bank & Trust
- Verified: Aug 12, 2026 against bankevanston.com
- Field reports: 0

## Summary
Evanston Community Bank & Trust's Total Access Checking pays up to a $500 bonus. To get the top tier you open a new account, enroll in online banking and e-statements, and deposit at least $2,000 a month via direct deposit for two consecutive months.

## Requirements
1. Open a new Total Access Checking account.
2. Mention the offer or enter the Builder code when applying.
3. Have at least $2,000 in direct deposits each month for 2 consecutive months after account opening.
4. Enroll in online banking and e-statements within the qualification period.
5. Keep the account open with a balance above $0 at the end of the qualification period.

## Fine print that matters
- Offer valid for accounts opened 5/13/26 - 11/3/26.
- Not available to existing or closed Wintrust personal checking customers or employees.
- Limit 1 bonus payment per customer.
- Bonus is subject to IRS 1099-INT reporting and may be considered taxable income.
- Account must have a balance greater than $0 at the end of the qualification period.
- Bonus is deposited within 30 calendar days after the qualification period.

## Sources
- bankevanston.com offer page <https://www.bankevanston.com/personal/banking-and-borrowing/checking/total-access-checking.html> (checked Aug 12, 2026)

_This entry is reference information, not financial advice. Confirm current terms on the institution's site before you apply._