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Health Tech Startup Healthee Raises $32 Million

A health tech company focused on changing the way employees interact with their benefits has raised an impressive new round of funds. About the round: This week, Healthee announced that it had raised $32 million. The Series A was co-led by Fin Capital, Glilot Capital Partners, and Group 11. Additionally, strategic partner TriNet participated. To date, the company has now raised $55.5 million, including a $22 million seed round (led...
Fioney Top 10 Must-Read Personal Finance Articles February 2024

Top 10 Personal Finance Articles of the Month — February 2024

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 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 a some thought-provoking articles...
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Discover Announces 5% Bonus Category Picks for Q2 2024

As 2024 rolls on, Discover has announced its second quarter 5% bonus categories. About the Q2 2024 5% categories: Starting in April, Discover It cardholders will be able to earn up to 5% back on a variety of purchases. First, Q2 will include Gas Stations & Electric Vehicle Charging Stations. This includes purchases made at merchants classified as places that sell automotive gasoline bought either at the pump or inside...
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"Robinhood Retirement For Independent Workers" Announced

Robinhood is bringing its Robinhood Retirement account to gig workers as part of a new program. About the program: This week, Robinhood announced the launch of Robinhood Retirement for Independent Workers. Under this program, gig workers and other independent contractors will not only be able to open an IRA with Robinhood but also receive financial counseling via GreenPath Financial Wellness. This includes unlimited access to a dedicated hotline, allowing workers...
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Greenlight Partners with Tropical Smoothie Cafe for App Rewards

The financial learning app Greenlight is introducing a new way to reward students, forming a partnership with Tropical Smoothie Cafe. About the partnership and program: Greenlight is adding a new rewards program to its Level Up financial literacy game. Now, users can earn a free smoothie from Tropical Smoothie Cafe by playing the game and completing levels. Specifically, when players finish 10 Level Up challenges in a learning quest, they'll...
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Pepper Rewards Review: Earn Rebates on Gift Cards from Top Brands

Recently, out of nowhere, an app called Pepper seemed to be all the rage in the credit card reward and deal-finding corner of the Internet. Unlike some other apps I've seen mentioned that just seem too convoluted to be worth it, the premise of Pepper is super simple: buy gift cards and earn rewards. While there are some other sites where you can buy discounted gift cards or other apps...
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Paterson, NJ Releases Results of Basic Income Test Program

After completing a basic income pilot program in 2022, Paterson, New Jersey has released some of the initiative's findings. About the program and results: From June 2021 through June 2022, the City of Paterson gave 110 residents monthly payments of $400 with no strings attached. To qualify, individuals needed to make less than $30,000 per year while families with incomes under $88,000 could also qualify. Meanwhile, while the program was...

Empower Personal Dashboard Review

A few years ago, my wife and I opened a new chapter in our financial journey as we resolved to make 2019 the year we learned more about investing. Whether I was reading books on the subject or exploring other blogs for advice, there was one recommendation I came across again and again: Personal Capital — which is now part of Empower and is known as the Empower Personal Dashboard....
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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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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...
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Imprint Launches Credit Cards from H-E-B and Central Market 

The FinTech Imprint is partnering with the popular Texas-based grocery chain H-E-B for a pair of new rewards credit cards. This week saw the launch of the H-E-B Visa Signature Credit Card as well as the Central Market Visa Signature Credit Card. With these two (nearly identical) options, customers will be able to earn rewards on groceries and beyond. First, both versions of the card earn up to 5% back on select...