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Bank of America Unveils Third Annual “More Rewards Day”
by Kyle Burbank
Next month, for one day only, Bank of America credit card customers will once again be able to earn bonus rewards. About More Rewards Day: Bank of America is bringing back its More Rewards Day for 2024. This year's celebration will take place on Thursday, November 7th. As they have for the past two years of events, customers will be able to earn bonus cashback, points, or miles on all…
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Gift Card Market Launches, Offering "Gift Local" Options
by Kyle Burbank
A FinTech is introducing a gift card site specific to small and local businesses. About Gift Card Market: Recently, the new site Gift Card Market launched, allowing customers to purchase gift cards for more than 5 million local eateries, spas, and salons. These local gift cards can be purchased and sent to loved ones via text or email. Helping to power the platform is the technology consulting firm 27Global. Together,…
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Top 10 Personal Finance Articles of the Month — September 2024
by Kyle Burbank
Welcome to Fioney's look at the top 10 personal finance articles of the month. On the first Friday of each new month, we look back at some of our favorite posts published in the weeks prior and highlight them right here. This includes a mix of sites that have become staples of our lists as well as many first-timers. To start things off this month, we'll look at some articles… Product Reviews
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2024 Pay with GasBuddy Review: Yes, You Can Legitimately Save Money Every Time You Fill
by Kyle Burbank
Put simply, the value proposition of Pay with GasBuddy is that you can use a special card that's accepted at most gas stations in order to save a few cents off of every gallon of gas you buy. That sounds good — almost too good, if you think like me.Money Management Product Reviews
SoFi Active Investing Review (2023)
by Kyle Burbank
Has there ever been a better time to be a newbie investor? It wasn’t long ago that trading stocks and purchasing ETFs required “a guy” who you could give orders to and they’d make it happen. Oh, but they would charge you a significant commission for the service. Cut to 2023 and things are much different. Not only has stock market trading moved online, allowing investors to make trades for… Money Management Product Reviews
Empower Personal Dashboard Review
by Kyle Burbank
A few years ago, my wife and I opened a new chapter in our financial journey as we resolved to make 2019 the year we learned more about investing. Whether I was reading books on the subject or exploring other blogs for advice, there was one recommendation I came across again and again: Personal Capital — which is now part of Empower and is known as the Empower Personal Dashboard…. Money Management Product Reviews
Yes, You Can Earn Cash Back With Dosh
by Kyle Burbank
In the years since I started writing about personal finance, I’ve become mildly obsessed with two topics: 1) personal finance apps and 2) earning cash back. That’s why, as soon as I heard about the app Dosh, I knew I had to give it a try. Cut to now years later and Dosh has grown tremendously, bringing easy-to-earn cashback to more and more users. In that time, the app has… Money Management Product Reviews
Greenlight Level Up Review: A Free Financial Literacy Game
by Kyle Burbank
Despite personal finance being an important topic for those of all ages, few schools make it a part of their curriculum. In this absesnse, several companies and institutions have offered their own ways for children, teens, and adults to gain financial literacy. Among those looking to lend some assistance is Greenlight, which now offers a free financial learning game called Level Up. Even better, the company recently announced a partnership… Money Management Product Reviews
Mana App Review: The Neobanking App for Gamers
by Kyle Burbank
One of the most intriguing trends I've seen emerge since I've been following FinTech is the advent of niche neobanks. These days, you can find apps geared towards certain communities, interests, and more. Among the latest examples I've seen of this is an app called Mana, which bills itself as the best debit card for gamers. Now, I may not be a big gamer, but I do know a thing… Featured Articles
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Top 10 Personal Finance Articles of the Month — March 2024
by Fioney Staff
Welcome to Fioney’s look at the top 10 personal finance articles of the month. On the first Friday of each new month, we look back at some of our favorite posts published in the weeks prior and highlight them here. This includes a mix of sites that have become staples of our lists as well as many first-timers. Up first, we’ll be talking about some money lessons and other thoughts… Savings Account Reviews
Varo Bank Review: The FinTech With a National Bank Charter
by Kyle Burbank
In 2020, Varo Money made history by becoming the first FinTech firm to be awarded a national bank charter — resulting in the new name Varo Bank. Although I hadn’t previously used Varo Money, they always struck me as an intriguing service that put its customers first. So, is that same spirit still present in Varo Bank? Let’s take a look at what Varo Bank has to offer, including the… Credit Card Guides
2023 Guide to Travel Credit Cards
by Kyle Burbank
In case you hadn’t heard, travel is back in a big way. With demand for flights, hotels, and more going strong, it may be time to grab a new credit card that will not only reward you on the purchases of these bookings but can also bring some perks to your travel experience. What’s more, several travel-centric credit cards are now offering some of their best welcome bonuses. On that… Popular Posts
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Best Western Debuts Two New Rewards Credit Cards
by Kyle Burbank
After pausing applications for their previous rewards card, the hotel chain Best Western has unveiled a new pair of rewards credit cards with a new issuer. About the Best Western cards: Best Western is partnering with First Bank & Trust and Mercury Financial to introduce two new co-branded credit cards. First up is the no-annual-fee Best Western Rewards Visa Signature Card. With this card, customers can 4x points on Best… Credit Card News
Marriott Bonvoy Bold Card Launches Travel Contest
by Kyle Burbank
Chase and Marriott Bonoy have unveiled a special contest while continuing to offer its best-ever welcome bonus. About the welcome bonus and Bold Chat Court Contest: Marriott Bonvoy and Chase have launched a special opportunity called the Bold Chat Court contest. As part of this contest, 10 lucky travelers will be awarded 500,000 Marriott Bonvoy points (for a total of 5 million) as well as $5,000. For this contest, the… Money Management
Top 10 Personal Finance Articles of the Month — September 2024
by Kyle Burbank
Welcome to Fioney’s look at the top 10 personal finance articles of the month. On the first Friday of each new month, we look back at some of our favorite posts published in the weeks prior and highlight them right here. This includes a mix of sites that have become staples of our lists as well as many first-timers. To start things off this month, we’ll look at some articles… Credit Card News
Discover Reveals 5% Bonus Categories for Final Quarter of 2024
by Kyle Burbank
As we head into the holiday season, Discover has unveiled its fourth-quarter bonus category picks. About the Q4 2024 Discover It 5% categories: Starting on October 1st, Discover It customers will be able to earn up to 5% back on purchases from two major retailers. First up is Amazon — which has been a fixture of Discover’s fourth-quarter bonus categories since at least 2015. While this category will of course cover… Latest News
Synchrony’s CareCredit Announces Pet Insurance Integration
by Kyle Burbank
On the heels of rolling out a partnership with Albertsons, Synchrony has revealed another expansion for its CareCredit program— and one that will benefit pet parents. About the pet insurance payment experience for CareCredit: The CareCredit card is launching a new feature for customers with pets. Synchrony (which issues the card) is partnering with Pets Best pet insurance to offer customers a seamless payment solution. Now, those with both CareCredit and… Bank of America Unveils Third Annual “More Rewards Day”
by Kyle Burbank
Next month, for one day only, Bank of America credit card customers will once again be able to earn bonus rewards. About More Rewards Day: Bank of America is bringing back its More Rewards Day for 2024. This year’s celebration will take place on Thursday, November 7th. As they have for the past two years of events, customers will be able to earn bonus cashback, points, or miles on all… Gift Card Market Launches, Offering “Gift Local” Options
by Kyle Burbank
A FinTech is introducing a gift card site specific to small and local businesses. About Gift Card Market: Recently, the new site Gift Card Market launched, allowing customers to purchase gift cards for more than 5 million local eateries, spas, and salons. These local gift cards can be purchased and sent to loved ones via text or email. Helping to power the platform is the technology consulting firm 27Global. Together,… IRS Expanding Direct File Tool for 2025 Tax Filing Season
by Kyle Burbank
In time for the 2025 tax filing season, the Internal Revenue Service will be expanding Direct File in a few different ways. About the expansion: The IRS has some major expansion plans for its Direct File service. First, after a 12-state pilot last year, the tool will be available in twice as many states next year. The complete list now includes: Alaska Arizona California Connecticut Florida Idaho Kansas Maine Maryland… Amazon Increasing Credit Card Offers for Prime Big Deal Days
by Fioney Staff
With Amazon’s next big sale event on the horizon, the online megaretailer is offering increased welcome bonuses for its rewards credit cards. About the offers and the Prime cards: Starting October 8th, Amazon will celebrate Prime Big Deal Days (not to be confused with Prime Day). As part of this promotion, the site has also revealed special limited-time offers for new Amazon credit card customers. From now until October 31st,… American Express Green Card Removing LoungeBuddy Credit
by Kyle Burbank
It looks like American Express is preparing an update to its Green Card after dropping a benefit from the card’s site. About the update the LoungeBuddy: As noticed by Doctor of Credit, American Express has updated the listing for its Green Card to remove one key perk. Previously, customers could get up to $100 in annual credits for LoungeBuddy. However, looking at the terms for the card, it now states… Marriott Bonvoy and Uber Adjust Linked Point-Earning Rates
by Kyle Burbank
Marriott Bonoy and Uber have announced some big updates to their partnership that will impact customers. About the changes to the Marriott Bonvoy-Uber partnership In the coming weeks, those who link their Marriott Bonvoy and Uber accounts will see changes to the points they earn. Now, those customers will earn 2 points per dollar spent on UberX Reserve rides. This joins the existing perk of earning 3x points on Uber… Wells Fargo Adds Virgin Atlantic to Points Transfer Program
by Kyle Burbank
Wells Fargo has added another popular travel currency to its Point Transfer portal. About the new addition and Wells Fargo Point Transfer: Those with Wells Fargo credit cards can now transfer their Wells Fargo Rewards points to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club or Virgin Red. These transfers are completed at a rate of 1:1, meaning that one Wells Fargo Rewards point will be converted to 1 Virgin point. To get started,… Bilt Rent Day for October 2024 Brings Hilton Gold Status and More
by Kyle Burbank
For it’s October 2024 Rent Day offer, Bilt is giving members the chance to enjoy elite status at Hilton. About the Hilton October 2024 Rent Day offer: On October 1st, Bilt members can claim Hilton Honors Gold Status. This promotional status match will last through December 31st, 2024 — but can be extended or even upgraded if members stay a certain number of qualifying nights at Hilton properties before the expiration…. Homeowner Membership Platform Mesa Raises $9.2 Million
by Kyle Burbank
A FinTech looking to build a rewards platform for homeowners has raised new capital. About the round: This week, Mesa announced that it had raised a total of $9.2 million — including $7.2 million in equity. The seed round was led by Streamlined Ventures with participation from Starting Line, Assurant Ventures, Vera Equity, Redwood Trust Horizons, and Clocktower Ventures. Also participating were “several other firms and strategic investors.” The $2 million…