Personal Finance
Personal finance and money management can be very confusing. Most people know that optimizing their finances is important but few feel confident that they have the knowledge to do so.
At Fioney we stay on top of the latest economic trends, financial products, and money management strategies in order to provide the knowledge to help you use the money you have today to live the life you want.
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Starbucks and Marriott Bonvoy Announce Rewards Partnership
Two popular loyalty programs are joining forces to reward travelers (and keep them caffeinated). About the partnership: Starting this week, Starbucks Rewards and Marriott Bonvoy members will be able to link their accounts and earn bonus rewards. First, those with linked accounts will earn Double Stars during stays at participating Marriott Bonvoy properties. If a…
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Walmart+: Is it Worth It? What the Paid Subscription Offers
For nearly two decades, Amazon Prime has grown from a niche membership to a ubiquitous must-have for consumers. Because of this, when retail giant Walmart launched Walmart+, many saw it as their attempt at taking on Prime. But, does the service actually compare? If you’re curious about Walmart+ and what it has to offer, let’s…
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“Work Optional” by Tanja Hester Book Review
Editor’s note: The following review was first published in 2019, but the conclusion has been updated for 2024. Prior to attending last year’s FinCon Expo, I had certainly heard about FIRE (short for “financial independence, retire early) but it wasn’t until I arrived at the conference that I realized how large the movement had grown.…
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Pepper App Offering 10% Off Lowe’s Gift Cards for Father’s Day
The cashback app Pepper Rewards has a special deal in place for Father’s Day weekend. About the offer: Starting today and running through this weekend, Pepper is offering a 10% instant discount on Lowe’s gift cards — in addition to the regular 5% back. As a result, users can purchase a $50 gift card for…
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Financial Reporting FinTech InScore Launches, Raises $4.3 Million
A FinTech that helps companies with their financial reporting and auditing processes has officially launched and raised a new round of funds. About the round and InScope: InScope has announced that it recently raised $4.3 million. The seed round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, while a group of individual investors also participated. The San…
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Survey: 74% of Shoppers Buy Unnecessary Items on Social Media
A new survey from WalletHub highlights the impact that social media can have on consumers’ finances and shopping habits. About the survey: Headlining the survey’s findings is the fact that nearly three-quarters (74%) of respondents report that they’ve made impulse purchases of unnecessary items on social media. Furthermore, 63% say they regret purchases they’ve made…
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Robinhood To Acquire Bitstamp for $200 Million
Robinhood is set to expand its crypto platform with its latest purchase. About the acquisition: Last week, Robinhood announced plans to acquire Bitstamp. The deal is valued at approximately $200 million, but is subject to customary adjustments. The all-cash transaction is expected to close in the first half of next year. According to Robinhood, the…





