Many banks are eager to recruit new customers, especially as many consumers are beginning to shop around due to fee changes. This week's bank highlights feature new accounts that come with cash or gifts. If you are in the market for better savings or checking account make sure that you are familiar with the fee structure before being sucked in by one of these offers.

Chase Bank is offering cash rewards if you open a qualifying checking account with them by the beginning of March 2011. As always, by opening a Chase checking account, you can take advantage of their big conveniences and savings.

Update: This deal has now ended. When you open a new checking account with Sterling Savings Bank you'll be eligible to receive $101 added straight to your account.

WaterStone Bank has a holiday treat for you when you open a new WSB Relationship Checking account.

The unstable economy and corresponding low treasury rates have pulled checking account rates down steadily over the past several years, but that doesn't mean you should avoid maintaining a basic bank account. When choosing a checking account, you'll have several options. Here are some of the most common:

Not to put any pressure on you, but if you like any of the offers you are about to read you only have one week or less to take advantage. This week's Special Offer Wrap-Up features the bank deals that will expire within the next week. Check them out and enroll A.S.A.P. if you find one you like.

National City Bank gives a $150 gift card for opening a new checking account.  TCF Bank gives you $50 free groceries (as a Meijer Gift Card) when you open a new TCF Totally Free Checking Account.  Fifth Third Bank gives you free checking with no minimum balance and 2 free ATM withdrawals at other banks per month. Be sure to check out the fine print, Fifth Third will waive their $2 fee for using another bank's ATM twice per month, but the other bank may still charge a fee.