So I scoured Doctor of Credits site today looking to see what I could do now that Northpointe is defunct.
I thought about doing the Chase checking/savings offer, but was sadly informed I couldn't since there are no Chase branches in my area. 
So, the other one which looked promising - Christian Community CU - $200 bonus w/direct deposits, signing up for estatements, etc. Must keep open 6 months. Avoid fees with balance of $1500.
Plus, a 18 month 4% CD for up to $2500.
Big caveat - must be a non-Catholic Christian.
So, I've applied. I need to scan my Driver's license and send it, and then I guess someone will contact me?
Anyway, this plus 5k on my insight card at 5% will at least keep the money working hard for me. And will be slightly less hassle.
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I stopped at HyVee tonight to pick up a 5lb bag of potatoes for $.49. (Mostly for DH.) While there I decided to look to see if they had beet juice (supposed to be excellent for lowering blood pressure.) They did! $7 for 32 oz.!! Gulp.
DH tried it before heading to work - no danger of him guzzling it ... but he did say it was tolerable!
Now to find a reasonable juicer to make our own.
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Both our electric and gas budgeted amounts are up for March. Which is great since DH is having a string of nights where he's not making his normal amount. Plus, a short month.
Our rainy day funds will be getting short shrift in March I'm afraid. Luckily August will be flush - 3 March paychecks plus tax refund.
New Checking / CD, Beet Juice
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Bluebird - no idea. Worth looking into