Bank Bonus Net Value Calculator
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Calculate the true value of any bank account bonus after accounting for fees, taxes, and the value of your time. Our calculator helps you determine if a bank promotion is worth pursuing. With 43 active bonuses ranging up to $600, it is important to know the real value you will receive.
To calculate a bank bonus's true value: Start with the bonus amount, subtract any monthly fees (times months you'll keep the account), subtract approximately 25% for taxes, and consider the value of your time. Our calculator automates this for you.
Most bank bonuses offer excellent hourly returns. A $300 bonus that takes 2 hours of your time equals $150/hour. Even after taxes (~25%), that's $112.50/hour. Use our calculator to determine if a specific bonus is worth it based on your hourly rate.
Consider: Monthly maintenance fees (and whether they're waivable), early account closure fees (if you close before the required period), minimum balance requirements that tie up your money, and any ATM or transaction fees.
We recommend setting aside 20-30% of your bank bonuses for taxes, depending on your tax bracket. Bank bonuses are taxed as ordinary income. Banks report bonuses $600+ on Form 1099-INT or 1099-MISC.
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