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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.
2024
Money Management Tips

5 Ways My 2024 Finances Will Look a Lot Different From 2023

by Kyle Burbank
With Christmas 2023 now in the rearview, it's basically 2024 already. In turn, as one does, I've been thinking a lot about the new year and what changes I can expect. So, rather than discussing my money goals for the new year, I simply wanted to share some ways our finances will differ in 2024. My 2024 Financial Changes Mortgage instead of rent By far the biggest life change my...
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Credit Card News

Bilt Revamps Loyalty Status Program for 2024

by Kyle Burbank
As the new year approaches, Bilt has announced incoming changes to its loyalty status program. About the updated status tiers and more: In 2024, Bilt members will have new ways to earn status as updated requirements go into effect. Here's what the new tiers look like: Silver: 50,000 points or $10,000 (previous: 25,000 points) Gold: 125,000 points or $25,000 (previous: 50,000 points) Platinum: 200,000 points or $50,000 (previous: 100,000 points)...
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Small Business News

Survey: 23% Considering Starting a Small Business in 2024

by Kyle Burbank
Intuit has released its Entrepreneurship in 2024 Report, which features some interesting tidbits. About the findings: Intuit's report was derived from surveying more than 4,500 adults in the United States. Headlining the report is the fact that nearly one-quarter (23%) of respondents stated that they considered starting a business in the new year. Members of Gen Z were the most likely to be mulling the idea, with 28% responding affirmatively....
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FinTech News

Claim App Announces $4 Million Seed Round

by Kyle Burbank
A FinTech that combines cashback and social media has raised a new round of funding. About the round: Startup Claim has announced that it raised $4 million. The seed round was led by Sequoia Capital and joins a previously unannounced $2 million pre-seed round led by Susa Ventures and BoxGroup. Other Claim investors include 6th Man Venture, Reflexive Capital, A* Capital, GSW Ventures, The Kraft Group, Theia, Luke deWilde, and...
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FinTech News

Future Raises $6.5 Million, Acquires Fan Rewards

by Kyle Burbank
A FinTech focused on helping the environment while rewarding customers has announced two big developments: a fresh round of venture capital and an acquisition. About the round and acquisition: This week, the climate-centric startup Future announced it had raised $6.5 million. The Series A funding came from new and returning investors — although participants were not specified. To date, the company has now raised $11.8 million including its 2022 seed...
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Credit Card Tips

My Personal Credit Card Strategy for 2024

by Kyle Burbank
Over the past seven years, I've gone from having one credit card to having more than half a dozen. In fact, as someone who regularly writes about reward cards, I'm occasionally tempted to add even more to my collection. Yet, I mostly refrain from this as I want each card in my wallet to serve a purpose. To that point, while I didn't actually add to my overall number of...
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FinTech News

Visa Announces Expansion of FinTech Fast Track Program

by Kyle Burbank
Visa has announced some updates to its FinTech Fast Track program for startups. About the expansion: This week, Visa revealed that it would expand its FinTech Fast Track program, taking it beyond card issuance. Now, participants will also have access to Visa Direct — a "real-time money movement platform." On top of that, the company will increase support for Fast Track startups via Visa Consulting & Analytics. With access to...
Personal Finance News - December 2023
Personal Finance News

Personal Finance News Round-Up: December 2023

by Kyle Burbank
Each month, the Money@30 YouTube channel rounds up the top personal finance, credit card, and travel news. Now, we here at Fioney are pleased to present these quick and to-the-point video digests with our readers. Dive into the December 2023 round-up video and go even deeper into the stories below. Discover Announces First Quarter 2024 5% Bonus Categories The new year is now just around the corner, which also means...
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Credit Score Guide

A Guide to Building Credit and Increasing Your Credit Scores

by Kyle Burbank
When it comes to credit, there’s some good news. The average credit score in the United States has been steadily rising in recent years, coming in at 715 in 2023. That may be because, today, consumers not only have more ways to access their credit reports and scores than ever before but also because there are an increasing number of options that Americans have for building credit in the first...
Checking Account Review

2024 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. Lately it seems as though that theme has been 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...
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FinTech News

Brim Financial Raises $85 Million as It Eyes Global Expansion

by Kyle Burbank
Toronto-based FinTech infrastructure startup Brim Financial has announced a new funding round. About the round: Brim has revealed an $85 million round. The Series C was led by EDC Investments while new investor Vistara Growth and returning investors White Owl Group, Epic Ventures, and Zions Bank also participated. To date, the company has now raised $110 million including a Series B in 2021. According to Brim, the latest funding will...
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Credit Card News

Chase Reveals Q2 2024 Freedom 5%(+) Bonus Categories

by Kyle Burbank
Chase has announced its bonus category picks for the second quarter of 2024 — including some interesting twists. About the categories: As April approaches, Chase has revealed what categories Freedom and Freedom Flex cardholders can earn bonuses on. From April 1st through June 30th, customers can earn 5% (or more) in three categories: Amazon.com, Hotels, and Restaurants. Similar to how Chase embraced a "New Year, New Me" theme last quarter,...
Small Business News

FedEx Announces Winners of 11th Annual 2023 Small Business Grant Contest

by Kyle Burbank
Nearly three months after the entry period ended, FedEx has announced the winners of its 11th annual Small Business Grant Content. This year's event saw more than $300,000 in funds going to a variety of small businesses across the nation. Last month, the company revealed 100 finalists, with that list now being narrowed down to just 10 winners. This year's grand prize winners included KindVR, The Cupcake Collection, Up In...