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Monarch Acquires Company Formerly Known as HMBradley
The growing personal finance app Monarch has announced a new acquisition, while also highlighting a major milestone. About Monarch’s Acquisition of MBI: Today, Monarch revealed that it had acquired the company MBI (formerly known as HMBradley). As MBI CEO Zach Bruhnke explains, while the neobank then known as HMBradley ended customer services in 2023, the…
Vera Introduces Credit Card with Selectable Rewards Options
A new credit card promises that it can adapt to cardholders’ lives and spending habits to deliver more rewards. About the  Vera World Mastercard: The FinTech company Vera has unveiled plans to launch a new credit card. In partnership with Zeta, they’ve created the Vera World Mastercard. What makes this particular cashback credit card special…
OnePay Expands Into Teen Banking, Adds Family Features
The Walmart-backed FinTech OnePay has announced new offerings tailor-made for teens. About OnePay for Teens: This week, OnePay announced the launch of new family banking features. Now, teens ages 13 to 17 can have a OnePay account managed by their parents, which can transition to them once they turn 18. With these teen accounts, parents…
U.S. Bank Debuts Two New Small Business Rewards Credit Cards 
U..S. Bank is launching not one but two new rewards credit cards for small business owners. About the U.S. Bank Business Essentials Visa Card and Business Essentials Plus Visa Signature Card: Today, U.S. Bank officially unveiled its two new business credit cards: the U.S. Bank Business Essentials Visa Card and Business Essentials Plus Visa Signature…
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Guide to No Annual Fee Credit Cards
When it comes to rewards credit cards, you really can’t beat a no-annual-fee option. Sure, there are premium cards with hefty annual fees that may still be worth it, but, overall, there are plenty of advantages to not having to worry about such things. For one, there’s less pressure to ensure that you’re getting every…
Lessons From a First-Time Home Buyer: Announcing My New (and Free) Homebuyer’s Guide
For the past 18 months, I’ve been writing about my experience 1) buying a home and then 2) discovering everything that being a homeowner entails. Along the way, I’ve covered some topics that I’d never heard anyone else really talk about and have developed a few tips that I think others could learn from. That’s…
My Personal Credit Card Strategy for 2025
Each year for the past several years, I’ve shared a look at “what’s in my wallet” and how I’ll be using each of the rewards credit cards I have. In 2024, my strategy actually saw some decently sized changes thanks to product changes, further lifestyle shifts, and more. Therefore, I was excited to write all…
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Monarch Acquires Company Formerly Known as HMBradley
The growing personal finance app Monarch has announced a new acquisition, while also highlighting a major milestone. About Monarch’s Acquisition of MBI: Today, Monarch revealed that it had acquired the company MBI (formerly known as HMBradley). As MBI CEO Zach Bruhnke explains, while the neobank then known as HMBradley ended customer services in 2023, the…
Vera Introduces Credit Card with Selectable Rewards Options
A new credit card promises that it can adapt to cardholders’ lives and spending habits to deliver more rewards. About the  Vera World Mastercard: The FinTech company Vera has unveiled plans to launch a new credit card. In partnership with Zeta, they’ve created the Vera World Mastercard. What makes this particular cashback credit card special…
OnePay Expands Into Teen Banking, Adds Family Features
The Walmart-backed FinTech OnePay has announced new offerings tailor-made for teens. About OnePay for Teens: This week, OnePay announced the launch of new family banking features. Now, teens ages 13 to 17 can have a OnePay account managed by their parents, which can transition to them once they turn 18. With these teen accounts, parents…
U.S. Bank Debuts Two New Small Business Rewards Credit Cards 
U..S. Bank is launching not one but two new rewards credit cards for small business owners. About the U.S. Bank Business Essentials Visa Card and Business Essentials Plus Visa Signature Card: Today, U.S. Bank officially unveiled its two new business credit cards: the U.S. Bank Business Essentials Visa Card and Business Essentials Plus Visa Signature…
Bilt Brings Amtrak Transfer Bonus to October 2026 Rent Day
Updated on September 25, 2026 As members may have anticipated, Bilt is showcasing its newest travel transfer partner with October 2026’s Rent Day offer — while also offering a status match opportunity for Hilton. About the Amtrak Guest Rewards and Hilton Honors Transfer Bonuses: This Rent Day, Bilt members will have two transfer bonus options:…
Wells Fargo Launches "Get Money Ready" Education Platform
A major bank is rolling out a new digital resource designed to help consumers feel more confident about managing their money. About Wells Fargo’s Get Money Ready: This week, Wells Fargo announced the launch of its Get Money Ready platform. The financial education and coaching effort is not only free to use but is also…
Amtrak Becomes Bilt Rewards' Newest Travel Transfer Partner
Bilt Rewards has launched a unique new point transfer option. About Bilt’s Amtrak Partnership: While Bilt has long offered point transfers to airline and hotel loyalty programs, another option has just been unveiled, resulting in the creation of a new category tab: Rail. Now, Bilt members can transfer their Bilt Points to Amtrak Guest Rewards….
Chase Refreshes the Freedom Flex with Points Boost and More
The popular Chase Freedom Flex card is getting a few updates — including a fresh look. About the Refreshed Chase Freedom Flex Card: Chase is making some changes to its Freedom Flex card. First, as previously revealed, the Freedom Flex will no longer charge foreign transaction fees. Previously, cardholders would need to pay a 3%…
AI-Powered Financial Advice Tool Evergreen Launches Public Beta
A new AI financial resource from a familiar name has officially launched to the public. About Evergreen.AI: This week, entrepreneur Bill Harris announced the launch of a new platform called Evergreen.AI. The venture is the latest from Harris, who previously had a hand in founding One Finance (now OnePay) and Personal Capital. He also served…
Amex Introduces Small Business High-Yield Savings Account
American Express is expanding its banking offerings for small business owners. About American Express Business Savings and More: This week, Amex revealed that it was launching a new account option. American Express Business Savings is a high-yield savings account and joins the existing American Express Business Checking account. With the debut, customers will be able…

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