Free iPod With Checking

iWant an iPod? Bank of the West is offering a FREE iPod Touch to help enliven the daily commute. Just choose one of 3 checking account options by September 3.

Bank of the West's newest special offer comes with a free iPod Touch for anyone who signs up for a Free Checking, Choice Interest Checking or Choice ATM Checking account and meets two requirements.

How to Earn an iPod

First, you need to sign up for one of Bank of the West's personal checking accounts before September 3. Next, you'll need to be sure to meet the following minimum requirements:

• You must establish a minimum monthly direct deposit of $500 or more.

• You must make 10 Online bill payments through Bank of the West or 20 debit card transactions (PIN-based purchases) by October 31.

The offer is only redeemable at participating Bank of the West branches in Colorado, California, Utah, Wyoming and Nevada or on those accounts opened Online. You must keep your account open and in good standing through October 31.

About Bank of the West Personal Checking

Bank of the West offers three checking accounts to choose from:

• Free Checking — Everything is free with this account, which requires a $100 opening balance.

• Choice Interest Checking — This account costs $10 per month unless you meet certain minimum balance requirements. It comes with varying interest rates depending on your balance.

• Choice ATM Checking — This account also costs $10 per month unless you meet minimum balance requirements. Your ATM fees will be reimbursed at any other bank for the first year.

Offer valid at participating branches in CA, CO, UT, WY, and NV or for accounts opened online by residents of AZ, CA, CO, ID, IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, NV, NM, ND, OK, OR, SD, UT, WA, WI and WY.