# North Shore Community Bank & Trust Checking: $500 bonus

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- Status: Limited reports
- Bonus: $500
- Requirement: $2,000+/mo direct deposits for 2 months, enroll e-statements
- Expires: Nov 3, 2026
- Availability: Nationwide
- Institution: North Shore Community Bank & Trust
- Verified: Aug 12, 2026 against nscbank.com
- Field reports: 0

## Summary
Open a new Total Access, Access Plus, or Premier Checking account and get up to a $500 bonus. To earn the $500 tier, set up direct deposits of at least $2,000 per month for two consecutive months and enroll in online banking and e-statements.

## Requirements
1. Open a new Total Access, Access Plus, or Premier Checking account.
2. Mention the offer or enter code BUILDER when applying online.
3. Enroll in online banking and e-statements within the qualification period.
4. Have direct deposits totaling at least $2,000 each month for 2 consecutive calendar months after account opening.

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

## Sources
- nscbank.com offer page <https://www.nscbank.com/personal/banking-and-borrowing/checking/better-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._