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.
FinTech News
Grasshopper Bank Raises $46.6 Million, Adds Members to Board
by Kyle Burbank
A digital full-service bank built for small businesses has raised a new round of funds while adding to its Board. About the Raise: Recently, Grasshopper Bank has announced $46.6 million in new funding. The round was led by Patriot Financial Partners LP while Glendon Capital Management also participated. To date, Grasshopper has now raised $218.8 million, including a $10.6 million equity round last year. Also included in that total is...
Personal Finance News
USA Today Names Allegiant Best Frequent Flyer Program
by Kyle Burbank
USA Today has released the results of its annual Readers' Choice Awards for both Best Airline Credit Card and Best Frequent Flyer Program. About the Readers' Choice Results: According to USA Today readers, Allegiant Airlines has the Best Airline Credit Card and Best Frequent Flyer Program in 2025. This marks the second consecutive year that the budget carrier has topped both lists. In the Frequent Flyer Program category, second place went...
FinTech News
Payment Dispute Company Casap Raises $25 Million
by Kyle Burbank
A FinTech specializing in payment dispute automation has raised a new round of funding. About the Round: This week, Casap announced that it had raised $25 million. The Series A was led by Emergence Capital, while Lightspeed Venture Partners, Primary Venture Partners, and SoFi also participated. To date, Casap has now raised a total of $33.5 million, including a $7 million Seed Round (led by Lightspeed) last year. As Casap notes,...
Home Buying Tips
Lessons From a First-Time Home Buyer: Why a Pole Pruner is Our New Favorite Outdoor Tool
by Kyle Burbank
A few months ago, we called a tree guy out to come take a look in our yard and let us know what work he'd recommend we do. As I recalled in a previous post, this interaction left me with some intriguing insight and didn't cost me anything, as he didn't see a need for us to hire him at the moment. But, among the free knowledge he provided me,...
Credit Card News
Rewards App Fetch to Debut Credit Card with Imprint, Amex
by Kyle Burbank
Fetch is set to roll out a new credit card in partnership with Imprint. About the Fetch American Express Card: This week, the rewards app Fetch revealed plans to introduce its first U.S. credit card. Dubbed the Fetch American Express Card, the new offering will be powered by Imprint and utilize the Amex payment network. First Electronic Bank will issue the product. While the Fetch Card won't be available until...
Credit Card News
Booking.com Launches Genius Rewards Credit Card
by Kyle Burbank
The travel site Booking.com has introduced a new rewards credit card for customers. About the Booking.com Genius Rewards Visa Signature Credit Card The no-annul-fee Booking.com Genius Rewards Visa Signature Credit Card has arrived. With this new card, customers can earn Travel Credits back on each purchase. First, the Booking.com card earns 6% Travel Credits on stays purchased in the Booking.com app, plus 5% on flights, stays, car rentals, attractions, cruises,...
FinTech News
Cash App Introduces Pools Feature for Group Payments, Savings
by Kyle Burbank
Cash App has launched a new feature that makes it even easier for friends and family to contribute to a shared payment or savings goal. About Cash App Pools: Whether they're going in on a shared gift or saving up for a group vacation, Cash App users can now use a Pool function on the platform. With this feature, an organizer can create a shared Pool and solicit contributions from...