Author: Kyle Burbank
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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.…
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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%…
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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…
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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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American Express Opens Latest Centurion Lounge in Amsterdam
American Express members now have another airport lounge option when traveling abroad. About the New American Express Centurion Lounge at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol: Another Centurion Lounge location has arrived, this time opening at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Opening today, the location is the 33rd in the Centurion Lounge Network. The new lounge is located between…
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Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates, First Time Since 2023
In a much-anticipated move, the Federal Reserve announced that it was increasing its benchmark interest rate. About the Fed Rate Hike: Today, the Fed voted unanimously to increase interest rates. The 25-basis-point increase brings the target range for the federal funds rate to 3.75%-4%. This was the first time since July 2023 that the rate…
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Chase Reveals Q4 2026 Freedom 5% Bonus Category Picks
Updated on September 15, 2026 Chase is closing out the year with some popular bonus category picks for the fourth quarter. About the Q4 2026 5% Bonus Categories for Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex: As the final quarter of 2026 comes into focus, Chase has revealed its Q4 bonus categories for the Freedom Flex and…
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Survey: More Than Half of Homeowners Carry Credit Card Debt
A new survey highlights how many homeowners are dealing with credit card debt — and how that impacts their ability to pay their mortgage, About the Survey Findings: Recently, the mortgage lender and servicer Newrez released a report looking at the finances of homeowners. The survey was conducted by Morning Consult and included more than…
