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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.
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FinTech News

Varo Bank Reveals $123.9 Million Series G Funding Round

by Kyle Burbank
The first FinTech to gain a national bank charter continues to raise funds. About Varo's Latest Funding Round: This week, Varo Bank announced that it raised $123.9 million in growth investment. The Series G was led by returning investor Warburg Pincus, along with newcomer Coliseum Capital Management. Other existing investors including Northview also participated, increasing their investments in the bank. Along with this update, Varo is adding two new members...
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Credit Card News

American Express to Adjust Centurion Lounge Access Policies

by Kyle Burbank
In a bid to reduce crowding at its popular airport lounge locations, American Express has announced two upcoming tweaks to its access rules. About the Amex Centurion Lounge Updates: This summer, Amex will be instituting some new rules at its Centurion Lounge locations. First, there will soon be a time limit on when travelers with layovers can enter the lounge. Starting July 8, members will not be able to enter...
Apple Card app screenshot
Credit Card Reviews

Does the Apple Card Belong In Your Wallet?

by Kyle Burbank
Updated on January 29, 2026 In 2019, Apple announced what many had suspected: it was releasing its own credit card. While Goldman Sachs would be the one actually issuing the product, the card would combine the user-friendly tech and stylish aesthetic that the company’s many raving fans have grown accustomed to. Then the Apple Card arrived — and so, naturally, I had to get one for myself. I’ll admit that...
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FinTech News

OnePay Latest App to Partner with April to Offer Free Tax Filing

by Kyle Burbank
You can add OnePay to the growing list of platforms customers can now use to file their tax returns. About the OnePay-April Partnership: Walmart-backed FinTech OnePay is introducing a new feature just in time for tax season. Now, OnePay Cash customers can file their taxes for free using the app. This capability comes courtesy of April. Using this feature, users can file both federal and state returns for no cost....
Avelo airplane and Mastercard Credit Card
Credit Card News

Avelo Airlines Introduces Rewards Credit Card with Cardless

by Kyle Burbank
An airline known for servicing smaller airports is now launching its own co-branded credit card. About the Avelo Airlines Mastercard: This week, Avelo Airlines announced the debut of the Avelo Airlines World Elite Mastercard. The new card was created in partnership with Cardless and is being issued by First Electronic Bank. With the new card, customers can earn Avelo Cash. Specifically, the card earns 5% in rewards on Avelo purchases...
ALL and Bilt logos superimposed over a luxury hotel pool
Credit Card News

Bilt Offers Accor Transfer Bonus for February 2026 Rent Day

by Kyle Burbank
Bilt is bringing in Mr. Beast and Accor to mark the last Rent Day of the Bilt 1.0 era. About the ALL Transfer Bonus: On February 1, Bilt members can earn up to a 100% bonus when transferring points to Accor Live Limitless (ALL). Once again, the size of the bonus will depend on the member's Bilt status. Here's the breakdown for this particular offer: Blue (entry level): 25% Silver:...
Capital One logo and Brex credit card and app
FinTech News

Capital One Set to Acquire FinTech Platform Brex

by Kyle Burbank
Capital One is looking to add another acquisition to the list as it's made a deal to acquire a FinTech platform. About Capital One's Acquisition of Brex: Recently, Capital One announced that it had reached a definitive agreement to acquire Brex. The deal is valued at $5.15 billion, which includes a mix of stock and cash. This transaction is subject to closing conditions, but is expected to be completed "in...
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Credit Card News

Bilt Reveals More Details on New Bilt Cash Reward Component

by Kyle Burbank
As the official launch of Bilt 2.0 is now just around the corner, the company has finally lifted the curtain on what will be a key feature of the new cards: Bilt Cash. About Bilt Cash: When Bilt unveiled its line-up of 2.0 cards, Bilt Cash was a cornerstone of each. In fact, each of the three cards (Bilt Blue, Bilt Obsidian, and Bilt Palladium) earn 4% Bilt Cash on...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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,...