Author: Kyle Burbank
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Book Review: “Breaking Free From Broke” by George Kamel
Throughout 2025, Fioney will be posting a new book review each month. In the meantime, you can check out our list of the top 10 financial books to start the new year off right and view my Goodreads for more. When I attended 2024’s FinCon event in Atlanta, one of the speakers I was introduced…
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Credit Card Defaults in the U.S. Reach 14-Year High
A new report shows that credit card defaults are on the rise and reaching multi-year highs. About the report: As Financial Times reports (using BankRegData figures), through the first three quarters of 2024, defaults on U.S. credit card accounts reached $46 billion. That total is the highest seen in more than a decade. In fact,…
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Small Business Accounting Platform Bench Shuts Down
An accounting startup geared toward small and medium-sized businesses has abruptly shut down. About Bench’s closure: As TechCrunch reports, the platform Bench has announced its immediate shutdown. The news was shared via the service’s website, writing in part, “[T]he Bench platform will no longer be accessible. We know this news is abrupt and may cause…
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My Personal Credit Card Strategy for 2025
Each year for the past several years, I’ve shared a look at “what’s in my wallet” and how I’ll be using each of the rewards credit cards I have. In 2024, my strategy actually saw some decently sized changes thanks to product changes, further lifestyle shifts, and more. Therefore, I was excited to write all…
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Bilt Offers Accor Status Match for First Rent Day of 2025
Bilt members can start off 2025 with complimentary Accor status and enjoy other Rent Day offers. About January 2025 Bilt Rent Day offers: During the first Rent Day of the new year, Bilt Members will be able to claim complimentary Accor Live Limitless (ALL) status. Moreover, some member will have the opportunity to upgrade their…
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WalletHub Survey Highlights Top Financial New Year’s Resolutions
As the end of the year nears, the personal finance site WalletHub has released a new survey looking at some of the money resolutions consumers have for 2025. About the survey results: According to WalletHub’s survey, 52% of consumers say they’re likely to make financial resolutions for the new year (which was second behind health…
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CFPB Sues Three Major Banks Over Fraud Issues on Zelle
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is taking aim at three top banks as well as the operator of Zelle, alleging rampant fraud on the platform that the companies have failed to stop. About the suit: In a press release, the CFPB announced that it was suing three of the country’s largest banks — Bank of…
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Varo Bank Now Offers No-Fee Cash Deposits at CVS Locations
FinTech-turned-bank Varo has announced a new money-saving perk for customers. About the no-fee deposit feature: This week, Varo Bank revealed a collaboration with both Green Dot and CVS that will benefit accountholders. Now, customers can deposit cash into their Varo account at CVS with no fee. In total, there are more than 7,500 participating CVS…
