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.

American Express Member Week
Credit Cards

American Express Reveals Slate of Member Week Offers

by Kyle Burbank
American Express has announced more details on its offerings for Member Week — which kicks off today. About Members Week offers: From now through October 13th, American Express is celebrating the 2023 edition of Member Week. As in years past, this will include exclusive experiences for cardholders as well as special deals. Among the featured deals is one from Hilton. Cardholders (excluding the Marriott Bonvoy Amex cards), can now enroll...
Universal Studios and First National Bank of Omaha logos
Credit Cards

Universal Studios, FNBO to Launch Co-Branded Credit Card

by Kyle Burbank
Universal Studios is teaming up with First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO) for a new rewards card. About the partnership and card: Universal Destinations & Experiences (which includes the popular Universal Studios destinations) has announced a new partnership with FNBO. This collaboration will result in a new co-branded card program for the Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. Additionally, the duo will be working with Visa, which will serve...
Simon American Express Card and app
Credit Cards

Cardless Revamps Simon Card with Expanded 5% Category

by Kyle Burbank
Cardless and Simon have unveiled an update to their co-branded credit card. About the update: The upgrade to the Simon American Express Card involves the top-tier category. Now, customers will be able to earn 5% at every store located in a Simon Center or any other Simon Mall, Mills, or Premium Outlet in the United States — with the asterisk that not all retailers accept American Express. However, cardholders will...
Rent Day is Back
Credit Cards

Bilt Rent Day for October 2023 to Introduce Bilt Experiences

by Kyle Burbank
With October 2023's Rent Day coming up, Bilt has announced its promotions for next month — including the ability to book last-minute tickets for some top NFL games. About Bilt Experiences and Football Sunday: Bilt has revealed that its October 2023 Rent Day promotion will include the launch of Bilt Experiences. These offers will not only give members a new way to redeem their points but will give them access...
Chase Freedom Flex card
Credit Cards

Chase Announces 5% Bonus Categories for 4th Quarter of 2023

by Kyle Burbank
Chase has announced the slate of bonus categories for those with the legacy Freedom card as well as the currently available Freedom Flex card. Card holders can earn up to 5% back on bonus categories in the fourth quarter of 2023. About the bonus categories: As Chase has revealed, from October 1st through December 31st, customers with the Freedom or Freedom Flex card will be able to earn up to...
entryway to a Delta SkyClub
Credit Cards

Delta to Curb SkyClub Access for Credit Card Customers

by Kyle Burbank
Delta flyers and Amex cardholders should be aware of some major updates that will affect co-branded credit card perks and more. About the updates: Delta has announced a number of significant changes regarding access to their SkyClubs which will have major impacts for credit card customers. Effective February 1st, 2025, those with Delta co-branded cards or the American Express Platinum card will be limited in the number of times that...
XBox Mastercards
Credit Cards

Xbox and Barclays Announce Launch of Xbox Mastercard

by Kyle Burbank
Xbox is preparing to roll out a new rewards credit card offering in partnership with Barclays. About the card: This week, Barclays and Xbox announced the impending launch of the Xbox Mastercard. With this offering, gamers will be able to earn rewards on a mix of Xbox-related purchases and everyday purchases. Plus, customers can choose from five different card designs, which can also be customized with their gamer tag. The...
Allways Rewards Visa Cards
Credit Cards

Allegiant Airlines' Credit Card Gets New Name, Moves to Visa

by Kyle Burbank
The budget airline Allegiant is rebranding its rewards credit card, including swapping to a new payment network. About the rebrand: Previously known as the Allegiant World Mastercard, the airline's co-branded offering will now go by the name Allways Rewards Visa. The "Allways Rewards" portion of the moniker matches the airline's loyalty program, which it launched in 2021. As for the Visa part, that change notes that the card will now...
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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...