Author: Kyle Burbank
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American Express Gold Card Review
In September of 2019, I leaped into the world of premium rewards cards when I applied for the American Express Platinum card. During the following months, I continually looked at the American Express Gold card as a potential companion to my newly-acquired card, but eventually disabused myself of that idea because I wasn’t sure that…
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U.S. Bank, Edward Jones Announce New Strategic Partnership
A major bank and a popular financial services firm have announced an expanded strategic alliance. About the partnership: This week, U.S. Bank and Edward Jones revealed that they’ve entered into an updated partnership. As part of this collaboration, a line of co-branded deposit and credit card products will be introduced. These offerings are expected to…
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Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Merger Moving Foward
Nine months after Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines announced plans to merge, the proposed deal has cleared a significant regulatory hurdle. What’s new: After reviewing the plans for Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines to merge, the U.S. Department of Justice has declined to block the transaction. However, since the deal includes two airlines, the U.S. Department…
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Real Simple Announces 2024 Smart Money Award Winners
Today, the personal finance site Real Simple unveiled the winner of its sixth annual Smart Money Awards, which includes awards for banking, credit card, investment, and other financial products. For the first time this year, the site also partnered with Investopedia to assess numerous platforms and tools to arrive at their honorees. About the awards…
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Healthcare Affordability Startup PayZen Raises $32 Million in Equity
A FinTech that helps patients find affordable healthcare solutions has raised new funds in two ways. About the round: This week, PayZen revealed its Series B funding round. The oversubscribed round included $32 million in equity as well as a new $200 million credit warehouse. NEA led the equity portion of the round along with…
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Frontier Airlines World Mastercard Adds Free Checked Bags Perk
Frontier’s co-branded credit card is finally gaining a key cardholder perk. About the new benefit and the card: Today, Frontier and Barclays announced a new benefit would join the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard. Effective immediately, primary cardholders can enjoy two complimentary checked bags when flying Frontier-operated flights. This even applies to golf and ski equipment.…
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Amex Announces Salt Lake City Centurion Lounge Location
American Express has announced another expansion of its Centurion Lounge network, with a planned lounge for a popular U.S. airport. About the SLC Centurion Lounge location A new Centurion Lounge is headed to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). The lounge will open in the new Concourse B as part of Phase 4 of The…
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3 Things to Watch Out for When Buying a Used Car in 2024
In recent years, the used car market has absolutely exploded. Between this and the growth of online car-buying options such as Carvana, the process of purchasing a pre-owned vehicle has evolved… for better or for worse. I should know as my wife and I went through it all just a couple of weeks ago. And…
