Bank of America Cash Rewards VisaBank of America Unlimited Cash Rewards
Issued by Bank of America
Reviewed by the CardCurator Editorial Team
Decision check
Is Bank of America Unlimited Cash Rewards worth applying for?
you can make 1.5x on All Purchases part of your regular spending.
you are looking for premium perks, lounge access, or more transfer-partner upside.
Offer is below the strongest historical bonus we have tracked.
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Earning Categories
Current Welcome Bonus
Targeted offer only: earn 3% cash back on all purchases during the first year. With BofA Rewards Premier status, the targeted rate can be up to 4.12%. Check eligibility in the Bank of America personalized offers dashboard. This does not replace the standard public offer for non-targeted applicants.
Year 1 net value: +$0 (bonus − annual fee)
Bonus Earning During Intro Period
Maximize Your Bank of America Cash Rewards Points
Expert tips to get the most value from this program
Program Overview
Bank of America Cash Rewards is a cashback program for BofA credit cards. The flagship Customized Cash Rewards card lets cardholders choose one 3% category each month (gas, online shopping, dining, travel, drug stores, or home improvement/furnishings), with 2% on grocery stores and wholesale clubs (up to $2,500 in combined 2%/3% purchases per quarter) and 1% on everything else. Preferred Rewards members (with $20K–$100K+ in BofA/Merrill accounts) receive a 25–75% bonus multiplier on rewards, effectively turning 3% into up to 5.25% — one of the highest effective cashback rates in the market for eligible customers. Best for: Bank of America relationship customers who qualify for Preferred Rewards and have strong spending in a single bonus category.
Earning Tips
BofA Customized Cash Rewards: - 3% on your chosen category (change monthly via app) - 2% on groceries and wholesale clubs - 1% on everything else - $2,500/quarter cap on combined 2%+3% category spending Preferred Rewards multiplier (key advantage): - Gold tier ($20K+): 25% bonus → 3% becomes 3.75%, 2% becomes 2.5% - Platinum tier ($50K+): 50% bonus → 3% becomes 4.5%, 2% becomes 3% - Platinum Honors tier ($100K+): 75% bonus → 3% becomes 5.25%, 2% becomes 3.5% BofA Unlimited Cash Rewards: 1.5% base (1.875%–2.625% with Preferred Rewards) — best as a simple flat-rate complement to Customized Cash. Strategy: - If you have significant BofA/Merrill assets, prioritize maximizing Preferred Rewards tier - Choose the 3% category based on your highest non-recurring monthly spend - Use Customized Cash for your chosen bonus category and another card (e.g., Amex Gold, Chase Freedom) for dining/groceries if not capped
Redemption Tips
Cashback redemptions (always 1¢/point): - Statement credit - BofA checking/savings account deposit - Reduced minimum purchase (credit toward statement) No optimization needed — all redemptions are equal at 1¢/point. Rewards expire if the account is closed; otherwise they don't expire.
Card Details
0% intro APR for 15 billing cycles on purchases and balance transfers
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the annual fee for the Bank of America Unlimited Cash Rewards?
- The Bank of America Unlimited Cash Rewards has no annual fee.
- What is the best category to use the Bank of America Unlimited Cash Rewards for?
- The Bank of America Unlimited Cash Rewards earns 1.5x on All Purchases, making it the strongest earning category for this card.
- Does the Bank of America Unlimited Cash Rewards charge foreign transaction fees?
- No, the Bank of America Unlimited Cash Rewards does not charge foreign transaction fees, making it a good choice for international purchases.
- How much are Bank of America Cash Rewards points worth?
- Bank of America Cash Rewards points are worth approximately 1.00¢ per point on average, with premium redemptions reaching up to 1.00¢ per point. Values based on industry estimates including The Points Guy and NerdWallet.
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