Credit Cards: Everything You Need to Know

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The world of credit cards can be confusing. The industry is constantly evolving. Keeping track of credit card features and benefits can be time consuming. Fioney is here to help maximize your credit card utility. From comprehensive guides, individual card reviews, the latest news, and tips to optimize your usage we have you covered.

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2023 Guide to Travel Credit Cards

In case you hadn’t heard, travel is back in a big way. With demand for flights, hotels, and more going strong, it may be time to grab a new credit card that will not only reward you on the purchases of these bookings but can also bring some perks to your travel experience. What’s more, several travel-centric credit cards are now offering some of their best welcome bonuses. On that...
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Bilt Offering Lyft Credit to Members in July Rent Day Promotion

Rent Day is once again approaching — and Bilt has unveiled its latest offer. This time around, the company has called upon its partner Lyft to bring members and cardholders a special perk. About the offer: Bilt has announced a special Lyft bonus to celebrate July's Rent Day. Through July 1st, regular Bilt Members can earn a $10 credit while Bilt Mastercard customers can claim a $20 credit. On top...
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Top Credit Cards for Summer Fun — Travel, Entertainment, and More

It’s official: summer is here! And, with it, all of the summer fun is here as well. From travel to concerts to amusement parks and beyond, there's plenty of entertainment to be enjoyed while the weather is warm. So what if you could earn rewards while engaging in these summer pastimes? Well, thanks to some popular and lesser-known credit cards, you can! Whether you already have your summer plans or...
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Miss a Credit Card Payment Due Date? Do This Now

Even as someone who writes about personal finance for a living, I'm not immune to making money mistakes. Case in point: this past week, I nearly cost myself more than $70 by making a forgetful error. Let me explain. When I checked my Bilt Mastercard to see when my monthly payment was due, I was surprised (and horrified) to learn that it was actually due two days prior. Ouch. Before...
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Chase Announces Freedom 5% Bonus Categories for Q3 2023

As the second quarter of the year nears its end and summer gets underway, Chase has announced what spending categories its Freedom and Freedom Flex cardholders will be able to earn up to 5% cashback on during Q3. About the bonus categories: Starting July 1st and running through September 30th, Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex cardmembers will be able to earn up to 5% back in three categories: gas stations,...
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Breeze Airways to Launch Co-Branded Credit Card with Barclays

In just a couple of years' time, Breeze Airways has made a bit of a name for itself as it continues to grow its point-to-point operations. Now, the company is looking to expand its brand by launching a new credit card offering. About the partnership: This week, Breeze Airways announced that it entered into a long-term agreement with Barclays US Consumer Bank. As a result of this partnership, a co-branded...
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Chase Introduces Freedom Rise Card for New-to-Credit Customers

Chase's popular Freedom line of rewards credit cards is growing. This week, the bank announced the debut of the Freedom Rise card. However, in contrast to some of the issuer's other products, the Rise card is specifically aimed at new-to-credit customers. About the Chase Freedom Rise: First, the Chase Freedom Rise will allow cardholders to earn 1.5% cashback on all purchases and there's no minimum rewards redemption requirement. The card...
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Why I Don't Autopay My Credit Cards

One of the best features of personal finance in 2023 is the ability to automate several aspects of your financial life. In fact, some have said that doing so is one of the keys to mastering money. For the most part, I agree with this as I've seen the benefits of automated savings, investing, etc. Furthermore, nearly all of my regular recurring bills are set to autopay. Well, that is...
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A Guide to Building Credit and Increasing Your Credit Scores

When it comes to credit, there’s some good news. The average credit score in the United States has been steadily rising in recent years, coming in at 715 in 2023. That may be because, today, consumers not only have more ways to access their credit reports and scores than ever before but also because there are an increasing number of options that Americans have for building credit in the first...

2024 SoFi Checking and Savings Review

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...
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Brim Financial Raises $85 Million as It Eyes Global Expansion

Toronto-based FinTech infrastructure startup Brim Financial has announced a new funding round. About the round: Brim has revealed an $85 million round. The Series C was led by EDC Investments while new investor Vistara Growth and returning investors White Owl Group, Epic Ventures, and Zions Bank also participated. To date, the company has now raised $110 million including a Series B in 2021. According to Brim, the latest funding will...
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Chase Reveals Q2 2024 Freedom 5%(+) Bonus Categories

Chase has announced its bonus category picks for the second quarter of 2024 — including some interesting twists. About the categories: As April approaches, Chase has revealed what categories Freedom and Freedom Flex cardholders can earn bonuses on. From April 1st through June 30th, customers can earn 5% (or more) in three categories: Amazon.com, Hotels, and Restaurants. Similar to how Chase embraced a "New Year, New Me" theme last quarter,...

FedEx Announces Winners of 11th Annual 2023 Small Business Grant Contest

Nearly three months after the entry period ended, FedEx has announced the winners of its 11th annual Small Business Grant Content. This year's event saw more than $300,000 in funds going to a variety of small businesses across the nation. Last month, the company revealed 100 finalists, with that list now being narrowed down to just 10 winners. This year's grand prize winners included KindVR, The Cupcake Collection, Up In...