Kyle Burbank, Author at Fioney

Kyle Burbank

Head Writer ~ Fioney
Kyle is the head writer for Fioney. He is a personal finance nerd, constantly looking for new apps and services to test and incorporate into his own financial game plan. In addition to his role at Fioney, he's written for other publications including Born2Invest, Lifehack, and Laughing Place, as well as his own site Money@30. He also creates personal finance and travel-related videos for Fioney's YouTube channel, which has garnered more than 2 million views. Currently, Kyle resides in Springfield, Missouri with his wife of 10 years. Together, they enjoy traveling (including visiting Disney Parks around the world), dining, and playing with their dog Rigby.
Rakuten: Where it pays to shop.
Financial

A Look at How Rakuten (Ebates) Works in 2026

by Kyle Burbank
Since taking an interest in personal finance, one site I’ve come across again and again is Rakuten, formerly Ebates. If you’re still unfamiliar, Rakuten is a cashback site — and is the largest of its kind by far, boasting deals from over 3,500 retailers. Its popularity has endured even with the odd Rakuten re-branding and the platform remains one of my most-used money-saving tools. Since joining Rakuten / Ebates some...
Verizon Dollars logo and chest full of gold
Personal Finance News

Verizon Introduces New Loyalty Program, "Verizon Shine" Offers

by Kyle Burbank
Verizon is touting some customer-friendly changes, including the launch of a new loyalty program. About Verizon Dollars and Verizon Shine: Those with Verizon service could soon see a kick-back on their monthly bill — if they opt in, that is. The telecom is rolling out its new Verizon Dollars program, which will reward users with 3% back each month, starting in July. These rewards can not only be used for...
3 Wyndam Hotel credit cards
Money Management

Wyndham Rewards Revamps Co-Branded Credit Card Line-Up

by Kyle Burbank
Barclays and Wyndham are making some updates to their co-branded credit card portfolio — including the introduction of a new premium option. About the Reimagined Wyndham Rewards Credit Cards: This week, Wyndham Rewards refreshed its line-up of credit cards for the first time since 2020. Not only is the hotel brand making updates to its Earner and Earner+ cards but it's also debuting the Earner Premier Card. Starting with that...
Wells Fargo Attune Card
Credit Card News

Wells Fargo Discontinues Its Unique Attune Credit Card

by Kyle Burbank
After just two years, Wells Fargo has pulled applications for the Attune card, making it no longer available to new cardholders. About the Attune Card and Its Discontinuation: Wells Fargo is no longer offering its Attune rewards credit card to new cardholders, removing applications from its website. While a page that explains the card's unique categories is still live, links to the card's page now redirect to the bank's main...
Paze logo with a man carrying a stack of pizza boxes
Personal Finance News

Paze Launches Cashback Offer Worth Up to $100

by Kyle Burbank
The company behind the popular P2P platform Zelle is enticing customers to try their Paze service by offering a special promotion. About the Paze Cashback Offer: Credit and debit cardholders from select banks can currently earn up to $100 in statement credits thanks to an offer from Paze. When customers with eligible cards complete online purchases of $10 or more via Paze, they can earn $10 back. Moreover, this can...
Holding an American Express Platinum to gain entry to a lounge
Credit Card Reviews

American Express Platinum Card: Assessing Its Value After 5 Years

by Kyle Burbank
It’s wild to me that it’s now been nearly seven years since I first got the American Express Platinum Card. In that time, I’ve seen the annual fee go from $550 to $895 (with a stop at $695 in between). Therefore, each time it is time to renew, I take a pause and dive into the numbers to see if the card truly still makes sense for me. This is...
Chase Freedom Card and Q3 2026 Bonus Categories
Credit Card News

Chase Freedom's Q3 2026 5% Bonus Categories Announced

by Kyle Burbank
Updated on June 15, 2026 As a new quarter approaches, Chase's latest 5% bonus category picks have been revealed. About the Q3 2026 5% Bonus Categories for Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex: From July through September, those with the Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex cards can earn up to 5% back in several categories: Gas Stations/EV Charging and Public Charging, Select Live Entertainment, and United Way. First, the Gas Stations...
Chase Business Credit Journey screenshot
Small Business News

Chase Adds Business Credit Journey Features to Digital Hub

by Kyle Burbank
Chase is bringing some new tools to small business customers to help them better understand their business credit. About the New Chase for Business Tools: This week, Chase introduced Business Credit Journey. The new, free tool not only allows small business customers to monitor their credit but also to strengthen it as well. Credit Journey's launch comes as a Chase survey of small business owners found that less than half...
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Checking Account Review

2025 SoFi Checking and Savings Review

by Kyle Burbank
 Ever since I started taking an interest in the FinTech sector, one company whose name I’ve seen pop up over and over again is SoFi. That was later sent into overdrive as the company has not only become a household name thanks to its stadium naming rights deal but also because of the company’s continued product expansions. The most interesting development in my mind is SoFi’s acquisition of Golden Pacific...
Travelers with two Best Western Credit Cards
Credit Card News

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...
Marriott Bonvoy card and a woman on vacation
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...
Bilt and All Reward logos
Credit Card News

Bilt Adds 2 New Transfer Partners Including First 3:2 Transfer Rate

by Kyle Burbank
Bilt is once again expanding its travel transfer rewards program — and is even breaking the mold with one new partner. About the new additions to Bilt: This week, Bilt launched partnerships with two more travel brands: TAP Air Portugal and Accor. As a result, Bilt members will now be able to transfer their points to Miles&Go and ALL Reward, respectively. In total, Bilt now has 18 transfer partners including 13...
PayPal Debit Card app
Checking Account Review

PayPal Debit Card Review: Earn Stackable 5% Cash Back

by Kyle Burbank
In recent weeks, PayPal debuted an updated debit card product (perhaps you've seen the incessant Will Ferrell commercials for it during football games?). With the launch of this card, the company known for online payments is encouraging customers to pay with them anywhere. To encourage such behavior, the debit card allows cardholders to earn 5% cashback — although, as you can imagine, there are some important restrictions on that. So,...