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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.
SoFi app and a small business owner with $ signs
Small Business News

SoFi Launches Marketplace for Small Business Loans

by Kyle Burbank
SoFi is bringing a small business loan hub to its core user experience. About the marketplace: SoFi has announced an expansion of its small business marketplace. Now, small businesses can connect to the bank's network of providers and view funding options within the SoFi ecosystem. The loan marketplace can be found at SoFi.com/Small-Business-Loans. Among the loan types/users currently supported by SoFi's marketplace are expansion loans, equipment loans, working capital, payroll...
American Express Rewards Checking Debit Card
Checking Account Review

American Express Rewards Checking Review

by Kyle Burbank
When you think about American Express, there's a good chance that premium credit cards come to mind. That's understandable as the company not only boasts a $695 annual fee Platinum Card but is also home to the legendarily clandestine Centurion card — AKA "The Black Card." However, did you know that Amex also offers bank accounts such as their high-yield savings account? More recently, the company also expanded by adding...
Current app
FinTech News

Current Partners with Column Tax for Free Tax Filing Feature

by Kyle Burbank
This tax season, users of the app Current will have the option to file their returns for free thanks to a new partnership. About the offering: The neobank Current has announced a partnership with Column Tax. As a result, users will be able to file their taxes using the app. This feature will be available to "members with a payroll" and will allow them to file both federal and state...
My Top Money Tools for 2024
Money Management Tips

The Top 5 Money Tools I'm Using Most in 2024

by Kyle Burbank
Over the past several years, I've reviewed countless apps, platforms, and other tools related to personal finance. Often, I've also taken to naming some of my top picks for each year. Originally, this list featured apps that I was bullish on before transitioning to a collection of what I thought were the "most fascinating" startups. Well, unfortunately, the FinTech market has seen several casualties along the way, wiping out some...
Introducing the MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy
Personal Finance News

MGM and Marriott Reveal Details on Upcoming Partnership

by Kyle Burbank
After being delayed due to a widespread cyberattack on MGM Resort last year, the brand has revealed more details on its planned partnership with Marriott. About the MGM Resort-Marriott International partnership: Last year, after announcing the cancelation of its longstanding partnership with Hyatt, MGM Resort revealed a new pact with Marriott Bonvoy. This deal would include the creation of the MGM Collection along with other MGM properties joining existing Marriott...
Atlas Card
Credit Card News

Atlas Card Announces More Details, $999 Annual Fee

by Kyle Burbank
A long-in-the-works premium charge card has announced details about the product. About Atlas Card: As observed by Doctor of Credit, the Atlas Card site has been updated with specifics about the card. First, the card will carry a $999 annual fee. For that cost, cardholders will receive a number of credits, rewards, and perks. One of the credits is a $189 credit for Clear Plus — which will cover the...
illustration of a survey about money
Personal Finance

Survey: 70% of Adults Worried About Financial Health in 2024

by Kyle Burbank
With 2024 still less than two weeks old, a new report from Doxo highlights how consumers fared in 2023 and how they're feeling about the new year in terms of their finances. About the results: Doxo's latest survey first looked back at consumers' finances in 2023 before looking ahead to this year. According to the results, the average household spent a total of $2,046 per month on bills last year....
Lowe's rewards grid
Credit Card News

Lowe's Launches New Loyalty Program, Rebrands Credit Card

by Kyle Burbank
Ahead of spring cleaning and project season, Lowe's has introduced a new loyalty rewards program along with an update to its co-branded credit card. About the new program and credit card update: This week, the popular home improvement store chain Lowe's announced MyLowe's Rewards. With this program, shoppers will be able to earn points on eligible purchases and turn those points into MyLowe's Money. Additionally, customers can enjoy other perks...
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Checking Account Review

2025 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. That was later 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 is SoFi’s acquisition of Golden Pacific...
Travelers with two Best Western Credit Cards
Credit Card News

Best Western Debuts Two New Rewards Credit Cards

by Kyle Burbank
After pausing applications for their previous rewards card, the hotel chain Best Western has unveiled a new pair of rewards credit cards with a new issuer. About the Best Western cards: Best Western is partnering with First Bank & Trust and Mercury Financial to introduce two new co-branded credit cards. First up is the no-annual-fee Best Western Rewards Visa Signature Card. With this card, customers can 4x points on Best...
Marriott Bonvoy card and a woman on vacation
Credit Card News

Marriott Bonvoy Bold Card Launches Travel Contest

by Kyle Burbank
Chase and Marriott Bonoy have unveiled a special contest while continuing to offer its best-ever welcome bonus. About the welcome bonus and Bold Chat Court Contest: Marriott Bonvoy and Chase have launched a special opportunity called the Bold Chat Court contest. As part of this contest, 10 lucky travelers will be awarded 500,000 Marriott Bonvoy points (for a total of 5 million) as well as $5,000. For this contest, the...
Bilt and All Reward logos
Credit Card News

Bilt Adds 2 New Transfer Partners Including First 3:2 Transfer Rate

by Kyle Burbank
Bilt is once again expanding its travel transfer rewards program — and is even breaking the mold with one new partner. About the new additions to Bilt: This week, Bilt launched partnerships with two more travel brands: TAP Air Portugal and Accor. As a result, Bilt members will now be able to transfer their points to Miles&Go and ALL Reward, respectively. In total, Bilt now has 18 transfer partners including 13...
PayPal Debit Card app
Checking Account Review

PayPal Debit Card Review: Earn Stackable 5% Cash Back

by Kyle Burbank
In recent weeks, PayPal debuted an updated debit card product (perhaps you've seen the incessant Will Ferrell commercials for it during football games?). With the launch of this card, the company known for online payments is encouraging customers to pay with them anywhere. To encourage such behavior, the debit card allows cardholders to earn 5% cashback — although, as you can imagine, there are some important restrictions on that. So,...