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NerdWallet Best of Awards 2025
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NerdWallet Names Best Credit Cards, Banking Products for 2025

by Kyle Burbank
With the new year now here, NerdWallet has released its annual Best-Of Awards looking at the top credit cards, banking tools, and more. About the results: As they've done for several years running, NerdWallet has announced a slate of awards looking at the best options in finance. Starting with credit cards, the Wells Fargo Active Cash card was named Best Credit Card for Simple Cash Back thanks to its flat...
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My Personal Credit Card Strategy for 2025

by Kyle Burbank
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 about my 2025 rewards credit card mix, including what I'll be keeping an eye on...
ALL and Bilt logos superimposed over a luxury hotel pool
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Bilt Offers Accor Status Match for First Rent Day of 2025

by Kyle Burbank
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 ALL status by redeeming points. First, on January 1st, all Bilt members can request a...
collage of Chase bonus categories for Q1 2025
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Chase Celebrates 15 Years of Freedom with Q1 Bonus Categories

by Kyle Burbank
In the first quarter of 2025, Chase is not only welcoming a new year but is also celebrating the 15th anniversary of its Freedom product. About Chase's Q1 2025 bonus categories: From January 1st through March 31st, Chase Freedom Flex (and the retired Chase Freedom) customers can earn up to 5% back in four bonus categories: Grocery Stores; Fitness Clubs; Hair, Nails, and Spa Services; and Norwegian Cruise Lines. First,...
American Express Gold and Capital One SavorOne cards
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Amex Gold vs Capital One Savor vs. Amex Green — Which is Best for Diners?

by Kyle Burbank
It's time for a rewards credit card showdown — or should I say chow down? A while back, a friend of mine was asking me about various dining card options and specifically wanted to know my thoughts on the American Express® Gold Card versus the Capital One Savor [formerly the SavorOne]. Incidentally, I happen to have had both card options in the past, which I'll explain in a bit. So,...
collage of Discover It Card 5% categories for Q1 2025
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Discover Announces 5% Bonus Categories for First Quarter of 2025

by Kyle Burbank
With the end of the year fast approaching, Discover has revealed its bonus category picks to kick off 2025. About Discover's Q1 2025 5% bonus categories: To start the year, during the first quarter of 2025, Discover It customers can earn up to 5% back in three categories: Restaurants, Home Improvement Stores, and Select Streaming Services. First, for the Restaurants category, full-service restaurants, cafes, cafeterias, fast-food locations, and caterers are...
Hard Rock Rewards Card and Maldives Hotel
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Hard Rock International Introduces Co-Branded Rewards Card

by Kyle Burbank
An iconic brand is launching a new co-branded credit card in support of its recently added loyalty program. About the Unity by Hard Rock Mastercard: This week, Hard Rock International announced the Unity by Hard Rock Mastercard Credit Card. With this new offering, guests can earn points for the brand's Unity program, which debuted this summer. The new card is issued by Comenity Capital Bank, which is a subsidiary of...
Citi Advantage Card sitting on top of a wallet
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Citi to Become Exclusive Issuer of American Airlines Credit Cards

by Kyle Burbank
American Airlines and Citi have reached a new agreement for their co-branded rewards credit card partnership — which will also push a different issuer out of the picture. About the new agreement: Today, Citi and American Airlines revealed that they've signed a deal to extend their co-branded partnership. The new agreement is for 10 years and comes after 37 years of the two companies working together. As part of the...
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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...
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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...
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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...
Fioney Top 10 Must-Read Personal Finance Articles Septemeber 2024
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Top 10 Personal Finance Articles of the Month — September 2024

by Kyle Burbank
Welcome to Fioney's look at the top 10 personal finance articles of the month. On the first Friday of each new month, we look back at some of our favorite posts published in the weeks prior and highlight them right here. This includes a mix of sites that have become staples of our lists as well as many first-timers. To start things off this month, we'll look at some articles...
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2024 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. Lately it seems as though that theme has been 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...