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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.

Credit Cards

PNC Cash Rewards Visa Credit Card Review

by Kyle Burbank
For more than a decade, my wife has been a loyal PNC customer. This includes holding one of their rewards credit cards — which, at one time, was our only credit card. Well, over the years, that's changed a lot as our card mix has evolved. And, now, another change has come as the bank recently moved us over to the PNC Cash Rewards Visa card. So, what does the...
Giant Eagle My Perks Credit Card
Credit Cards

Giant Eagle and FNBO Launch myPerks Pay Rewards Credit Card

by Kyle Burbank
Giant Eagle and First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO) have announced the launch of a new co-branded card: the myPerks Pay Rewards Visa Card. About the card: First, cardholders will automatically be upgraded to myPerks Pro Status for their first six months. As a result, they'll be able to earn a total of 5% back in perks value on purchases made at Giant Eagle and Market District locations or inside...
Emirates airplane
Credit Cards

Bilt's November 2023 Rent Day Features Emirates Transfer Bonus

by Kyle Burbank
As November 1st approaches, Bilt has announced its November 2023 Rent Day offers, which include a transfer bonus for Emirates, new dining experiences, and more. About the bonus: On November 1st, Bilt customers can earn a bonus of up to 150% when transferring their Bilt Points to Emirates. According to Bilt, this bonus means that customers will be able to fly to Athens or Milan in Economy for as few...
NerdUp secured credit card
Credit Cards

Finance Site NerdWallet Launches Its Own Credit Card

by Kyle Burbank
The personal finance site NerdWallet has announced the launch of its own branded credit card. About the card: This week, NerdWallet officially launched their NerdUp by NerdWallet credit card. Created in partnership with the Bond and issued by Evolve Bank & Trust, the NerdUp card is a secured credit card that will help customers build and establish credit. However, unlike many secured credit products, this card will also earn rewards....
Avant MLS credit card
Credit Cards

Avant, Major League Soccer Launch MLS Forward Credit Card

by Kyle Burbank
Avant and Major League Soccer (MLS) have launched a new co-branded rewards credit card. About the card: The new MLS Forward Credit Card powered by Avant gives soccer fans a mix of everyday rewards and special MLS-related perks. First, cardholders can earn 5x rewards on purchases from the MLS Store online. Additionally, the card earns 3x on gas, 2x on dining, 2x on groceries, and 1x on all other purchases....
handing over a Hilton Honors credit card
Credit Cards

Hilton, Amex Revamp Hilton Honors Surpass and Aspire Cards 

by Kyle Burbank
Hilton and American Express have announced some major updates to two of their co-branded cards: the Hilton Honors Surpass and Hilton Honors Aspire cards. About the Hilton Honors Surpass changes: In addition to retaining all of its previous rewards categories, the card will now earn 4x Hilton Honors points on U.S. online retail purchases. Meanwhile, the Surpass card will be adding a new benefit that will earn cardholders up to...
Bilt Mastercard
Credit Cards

2023 Bilt Rewards Mastercard Review

by Kyle Burbank
A few months back, I was introduced to the Bilt Rewards Mastercard when it was announced that Wells Fargo would be issuing the card. What interested me in the product was that, at long last, it would reward cardholders on one of their largest monthly expenses: rent. Looking more closely at the card, I found that I had a lot of questions — and ones that I likely couldn't answer unless...
TAP Air Cardless Credit Card
Credit Cards

TAP Air Portugal Launches Co-Branded Credit Card with Cardless

by Kyle Burbank
TAP Air Portugal and the FinTech Cardless have debuted a new co-branded rewards credit card for the U.S. market. About the card: Cardless has unveiled its latest co-branded credit card offering: the TAP Miles&Go American Express Card. This marks the FinTech's second airline partnership since launching the LATAM Airlines Mastercard and the LATAM Airlines World Elite Mastercard last year. The TAP Miles&Go card earns 3x miles on TAP Air Portugal...
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Credit Score Guide

A Guide to Building Credit and Increasing Your Credit Scores

by Kyle Burbank
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...
Checking Account Review

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...
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FinTech News

Brim Financial Raises $85 Million as It Eyes Global Expansion

by Kyle Burbank
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...
Chase Freedom Flex card
Credit Card News

Chase Reveals Q2 2024 Freedom 5%(+) Bonus Categories

by Kyle Burbank
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,...
Small Business News

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

by Kyle Burbank
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...