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Many banks often offer checking accounts with sign-up bonuses to attract new customers. In return for setting up direct deposit or keeping a minimum balance, you can receive $100, $400, even $3,000.

A joint bank account is useful if you're combining finances, whether that means saving for a mutual goal, paying shared bills, teaching your children money management skills or starting a business ...