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Personal Finance NewsBilt Partners with Flying Blue for Rewards on Rent for Cardholders
by Kyle Burbank
Those with the Air France/KLM rewards credit card can now earn bonus miles when paying rent via the Bilt platform. About the Bilt/Flying Blue Rent Payment Offer: Bilt is expanding its rent payment platform to give those with the Air France KLM Visa Signature Credit Card greater mileage rewards. Now, those cardholders can earn a total of 3 Flying Blue miles per $1 spent on rent payments made using Bilt….
Credit Card NewsApple Card Debuts AirPods Pro Bonus Offer for New Cardholders
by Kyle Burbank
Apple is looking to entice potential Apple Card applicants with a special offer worth a pair of AirPods Pro. About Apple Card's Bonus Offer: The Apple Card is currently offering a new bonus worth up to $250 — which is the cost of the AirPods Pro 3 (excluding tax). To take advantage of this deal, new Apple Card customers must be approved for the card and buy a pair of…
Credit Card NewsShell Introduces Performance Elite World Mastercard with Imprint
by Kyle Burbank
A far-reaching gas station chain is launching a new credit card that not only offers rewards on fuel but also on other everyday purchases. About the Shell Performance Elite World Mastercard: Shell is rolling out a new rewards credit card called the Shell Performance Elite World Mastercard. The product is powered by Imprint, while First Bank & Trust issues the card. With the card, customers can earn 4% back in… Product Reviews
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Is Amazon Prime Worth It? What You Get for Your Money
by Kyle Burbank
Prospective members should be aware that the beloved two-day shipping does not apply to every item on the site and that Prime's entertainment offerings might not be enough to satisfy everyone's TV craving. However, with a free 30 day trial and a monthly payment option after that, there's really no harm in taking Amazon Prime on a test run — especially on Prime Day — to see how it works…
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Shop Pay Review: The Pros and Cons
by Kyle Burbank
You've heard of Apple Pay and have probably heard about platforms, such as Google Pay and Samsung Pay as well. However, there's one "Pay" option that might not be as much of a household name but is supported by thousands of sites: Shop Pay. While the process of using Shop Pay may not differ too much from a regular online retail experience, there are some benefits — including the ability…
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A Look at How Rakuten (Ebates) Works in 2025
by Kyle Burbank
Since taking an interest in personal finance one site I’ve come across again and again is Rakuten, formerly Ebates. If you’re still unfamiliar, Rakuten is a cashback site — and is the largest of its kind by far, boasting deals from over 2,500 retailers. Its popularity has endured even with the odd Rakuten re-branding and the platform remains one of my most-used money-saving tools. Since joining Rakuten / Ebates some…
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2025 Pay with GasBuddy+ Review: Yes, You Can Legitimately Save Money Every Time You Fill
by Kyle Burbank
Put simply, the value proposition of Pay with GasBuddy is that you can use a special card that's accepted at most gas stations in order to save a few cents off of every gallon of gas you buy. That sounds good — almost too good, if you think like me.
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Acorns App Makes it Easy to Save and Invest
by Kyle Burbank
We’ve all probably heard it said that the key to building wealth is investing. Unfortunately, especially among those of a younger generation, getting started with investing can seem intimidating, preventing many from even trying. Enter Acorns — a mobile app that looks to make investing not only easy but also painless and automatic.
Product Reviews
Aldi Curbside Pickup Review — Is it Worth it?
by Kyle Burbank
Over the past few months, I've been a bit torn. While I love saving money and keeping costs down, the convenience of grocery delivery has proven too powerful for me to resist. Now one of my favorite discount grocery stores is rolling out a better option with the introduction of Aldi Curbside Pickup. Yet, the question still remains: is this option actually worth it?Featured Articles

Credit Card Guides
Guide to the Best Rewards Credit Cards for Gasoline
by Kyle Burbank
Updated on March 26, 2026 Whether it’s for summer road trips or daily commutes, it seems that American consumers are always looking for a way to save on gas. In turn, some may be seeking credit cards that can help them earn rewards as they fill their tanks. Luckily, there are several options that can help them do just that. From cashback cards to travel rewards, there are many gas… 
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Guide to Cash Back Credit Cards
by Kyle Burbank
When it comes to earning rewards using credit cards, a great place to start is with cash back credit cards. Unlike with some options that accrue points or airline miles, cashback cards reward users by giving them a percentage of their purchases back in the form of (you guessed it) cash. Then, these earnings can be redeemed for statement credits, transfers to your bank, or, in some cases, gift cards… 
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My Personal Credit Card Strategy for 2025
by Kyle Burbank
Each year for the past several years, I’ve shared a look at “what’s in my wallet” and how I’ll be using each of the rewards credit cards I have. In 2024, my strategy actually saw some decently sized changes thanks to product changes, further lifestyle shifts, and more. Therefore, I was excited to write all about my 2025 rewards credit card mix, including what I’ll be keeping an eye on… Popular Posts

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2025 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. That was later 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 is SoFi’s acquisition of Golden Pacific… 
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Best Western Debuts Two New Rewards Credit Cards
by Kyle Burbank
After pausing applications for their previous rewards card, the hotel chain Best Western has unveiled a new pair of rewards credit cards with a new issuer. About the Best Western cards: Best Western is partnering with First Bank & Trust and Mercury Financial to introduce two new co-branded credit cards. First up is the no-annual-fee Best Western Rewards Visa Signature Card. With this card, customers can 4x points on Best… 
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Marriott Bonvoy Bold Card Launches Travel Contest
by Kyle Burbank
Chase and Marriott Bonoy have unveiled a special contest while continuing to offer its best-ever welcome bonus. About the welcome bonus and Bold Chat Court Contest: Marriott Bonvoy and Chase have launched a special opportunity called the Bold Chat Court contest. As part of this contest, 10 lucky travelers will be awarded 500,000 Marriott Bonvoy points (for a total of 5 million) as well as $5,000. For this contest, the… 
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Bilt Adds 2 New Transfer Partners Including First 3:2 Transfer Rate
by Kyle Burbank
Bilt is once again expanding its travel transfer rewards program — and is even breaking the mold with one new partner. About the new additions to Bilt: This week, Bilt launched partnerships with two more travel brands: TAP Air Portugal and Accor. As a result, Bilt members will now be able to transfer their points to Miles&Go and ALL Reward, respectively. In total, Bilt now has 18 transfer partners including 13… Latest News
Fanatics to Launch Rewards Credit Card with American Express
by Kyle Burbank
American Express and Fanatics have announced a partnership that will not only result in a new rewards credit card but will also lead to a new option for other cardholders. About the Fanatics American Express Card: This week, Amex revealed that it was teaming up with the sports merchandise site Fanatics. As part of this partnership, the two will create the Fanatics American Express Card. According to a press release,… Bilt Partners with Flying Blue for Rewards on Rent for Cardholders
by Kyle Burbank
Those with the Air France/KLM rewards credit card can now earn bonus miles when paying rent via the Bilt platform. About the Bilt/Flying Blue Rent Payment Offer: Bilt is expanding its rent payment platform to give those with the Air France KLM Visa Signature Credit Card greater mileage rewards. Now, those cardholders can earn a total of 3 Flying Blue miles per $1 spent on rent payments made using Bilt…. Shell Introduces Performance Elite World Mastercard with Imprint
by Kyle Burbank
A far-reaching gas station chain is launching a new credit card that not only offers rewards on fuel but also on other everyday purchases. About the Shell Performance Elite World Mastercard: Shell is rolling out a new rewards credit card called the Shell Performance Elite World Mastercard. The product is powered by Imprint, while First Bank & Trust issues the card. With the card, customers can earn 4% back in… Intuit Introduces 2% Cashback Business Credit Card
by Kyle Burbank
The company behind products such as QuickBooks, TurboTax, and MailChimp is now launching a new business rewards credit card. About the Intuit Business Credit Card: Intuit has debuted its new Intuit Business Credit Card. Not only does this card offer cashback rewards to cardholders but also integrates directly with Intuit products. The card is issued by WebBank. Starting with the cashback, the Intuit Business Credit Card earns 2% back on… Allegiant Officially Completes Acquisition of Sun Country Airlines
by Kyle Burbank
Just a few months after announcing their merger plans, two leisure-centric airlines have officially closed the deal. About Allegiant’s Acquisition of Sun Country (and What Customers Can Expect) Earlier this year, Allegiant revealed that it was acquiring Sun Country Airlines for approximately $1.5 billion. As of this week, that transaction has now closed. While the two carriers are now merged, customers can continue to book and manage their travel through… Details of Amazon Prime Business Card Revealed as Card Debuts
by Kyle Burbank
After previewing a refreshed pair of business credit cards last month, Amazon and new issuer U.S. Bank have now revealed the full details. About the New Prime Business Card and Amazon Business Card: In April, Amazon confirmed that it was moving its business credit card portfolio from American Express to U.S. Bank. As part of this update, they also teased “exciting new benefits.” Now, we’re learning more about those benefits… Vanguard to Add Morningstar Name to Several Index Funds
by Kyle Burbank
Dozens of Vanguard index funds and corresponding exchange-traded funds (ETFs) will soon see updated names. About Vanguard’s Morningstar Update: Soon, several Vanguard funds will adjust their official names to include Morningstar. The change will take place in July of this year and will impact all equity index funds that track Morningstar indexes. For example, the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF ($VTI) will become the Vanguard Morningstar Total Stock Market ETF…. Two Amex Platinum Variants Now Boast Enhanced Bonuses
by Kyle Burbank
A pair of lesser-known American Express Platinum Card alt-versions are now offering increased welcome bonuses. About the Charles Schwab and Morgan Stanley Amex Platinum Offers: Currently, both the Charles Schwab and Morgan Stanley American Express Platinum cards are increasing their cardholder welcome offers. Now, new cardmembers can earn 150,000 bonus Membership Rewards points after spending $12,000 on the card within the first six months. Previously, the welcome bonuses for these… Dick’s Sporting Goods and Synchrony Relaunch Credit Card
by Kyle Burbank
A popular sporting goods chain is refreshing its rewards credit card offerings with enhanced benefits. About the New Dick’s Credit Card program This week, Dick’s Sporting Goods revealed updates to its credit card offerings. Issued by Synchrony, the updated Dick’s Credit Card and Dick’s Mastercard allow customers to earn even more rewards on purchases. The headlining feature of the new cards is the ability to earn 10% back in rewards… Chase Details Latest Young Adults Banking Solution Efforts
by Kyle Burbank
Chase has announced that it is accelerating its efforts to tailor its products to meet the banking needs of young adults. About Chase’s Young Adult Survey and Efforts: The U.S.’s largest bank is looking to expand by bringing more young adults into the fold. This week, Chase released the results of a survey it conducted and pointed to some of the ways it’s working to address the feedback. Starting with…