How to use BankAmeriDeals

Get Bank of America cash back deals in the categories you spend on most using your Bank of America card. Categories include restaurants, shopping, travel and more. Activate these deals and make the purchase before the deal expires.

What is the BankAmeriDeals program?

The BankAmeriDeals program lets you save money and earn cash back on certain purchases by activating special deals with your eligible credit or debit card. Similar to programs such as Chase Offers, deals are based on your spending habits in various categories and are accessible both online and in-store once activated.

How does the BankAmeriDeals program work?

To activate and use the BankAmeriDeals program, you’ll need to have an online account or access to the Bank of America mobile app.

1. Log in to your Bank of America online account or to your mobile banking app.
2. Click on the Special offers & deals tab.
3. On the special offers page, click on Available to view all currently active deals.
4. Click on Add this deal when you find a deal you want to activate on your card.
5. Once activated, simply use your eligible Bank of America card to make your purchase at the selected retailer.
6. You’ll receive your bonus cashback on your account within one month of the purchase.

What are BankAmeriDeals Coins?

Bank of America recently introduced an incentive for using the BankAmeriDeals program. For every deal you redeem, you earn one BankAmeriDeals Coin. Every time you have four coins, you can cash in to earn the additional cash back to your account. For each redemption, you’ll also “level up” to the next reward tier. The higher levels you achieve, the larger cash bonuses you receive. Here’s what you can expect at each tier:

• Level 1: $5 per redemption.
• Level 2: $6 per redemption.
• Level 3: $7 per redemption.
• Level 4: $8 per redemption.

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Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card		50,000 points after spending $3,000 in the first 90 days	2x points on travel and dining and 1.5x points on all other purchases	$95		Earn 2x points on travel and dining and 1.5x points on all other purchases.	View details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Bank of America® Travel Rewards credit card		25,000 points after spending $1,000 in the first 90 days	1.5x points on all purchases	$0		Earn 25,000 online bonus points after spending $1,000 within the first 90 days from account opening.	View details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Bank of America® Cash Rewards credit card		$200 after spending $1,000 in the first 90 days	3% cash back on a chosen category and 2% at grocery stores and wholesale clubs for the first $2,500 each quarter combined, then 1% after that and on everything else	$0		Earn $200 after spending $1,000 in the first 90 days form account opening.	View details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
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U.S. Pride® BankAmericard Cash Rewards™ Visa® Card		$200 after spending $500 in the first 90 days	3% cash back on a chosen category and 2% at grocery stores and wholesale clubs for the first $2,500 combined quarterly, then 1% after that and on everything else	See terms		Earn a $200 cash rewards bonus after making at least $500 in purchases in the first 90 days of your account opening.	View details	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
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What types of deals will I find with the BankAmeriDeals program?

BankAmeriDeals vary based on your spending patterns. If you frequently dine, expect to see attractive rewards for Airbnb, McDonald’s, Burger King, Wendy’s, Moe’s and other similar restaurants. Other offers include Starbucks, Under Armour, Kmart, AT&T and more. Typically, deals offer up to 15% cash back.

Can I use offers online?

Yes, you can use most offers online as well as at brick-and-mortar stores. But to use them, you have to activate them first through your online account or mobile app.

What are the drawbacks?

• Deal activation. You can earn cash back only on deals you’ve activated.
• Deal expiration. If you don’t link the deal and make the purchase with your card by the expiration date, you won’t earn cash back.
• Read the deal’s terms. Some deals may require you to signup for new services or meet a minimum spending requirement. Be sure to find out each deal’s terms.
• Deals vary. Deals are based on your spending. If you frequently dine out, you’ll get restaurant deals. If you often shop, you’ll get shopping deals.
• Late reward crediting. You get your cash back in up to 30 days after making the purchase. Some competitor programs credit your rewards in up to 14 days.

How to maximize BankAmeriDeals program earnings

• Use the right card. Link the deal you want with the card that’ll earn you additional rewards. For example, if you link a deal with cash back on dining, make sure you use a card that offers additional rewards at restaurants.
• Redeem deals often. Every time you redeem a deal, you earn coins. The more coins you earn, the higher cash bonuses you get.
• Buy gift cards. Buying gift cards can give you the highest rewards. But read the deal’s terms to confirm that gift cards are an eligible deal purchase.
• Stack rewards. Once you activate a deal, use cashback portals to make the purchase and earn additional rewards.

Bottom line

BankAmeriDeals can be an excellent way of earning cash back on purchases you would make anyway. By spending a few minutes to browse through deals and linking them to your credit card, you could earn up to 15% cash back and additional bonuses.

However, there are similar rewards programs available, such as the Amex Offers program. Compare these programs to find the best one for your financial needs.

Frequently asked questions

• Can I earn cash back retroactively?

  No. You have to link the deal to your card first, and then make the purchase.

• Do BankAmeriDeals levels reset?

  Yes, levels reset every two months.

• How long do I need to use my Bank of America credit card to start seeing deals?

  Usually, deals start to appear after two or more months of active card use.