Kyle Burbank
Founder ~ Moneyat30
Kyle is a freelance writer - including being the head writer for Fioney.com. He also serves as editorial director for the Disney fan site LaughingPlace.com and the founder of Money@30.com. In 2015, Kyle and his wife Bekah moved from Los Angeles to Springfield MO in pursuit of greater financial freedom. Together, the pair enjoy travel, coffee, and spending time with their dog Rigby. Additionally, as of 2023, they become first-time homeowners.
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Money Milestones
Rewarding Credit Cards: 3 Cards We Use (and 2 We Have Our Eyes On)
by Kyle Burbank 3
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Quick Tips
Binji's Card Consolidation Sounds Awesome, But Take a Closer Look
by Kyle Burbank 3
They also confirmed to another Twitter user that category-specific rewards would not work with their product. So not only are you potentially missing rewards you'd be entitled to by using your card normally but are also paying an extra 3%?! That's a "no" from me, dawg. Look, I don't mean to tear Binji down here,...
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Quick Tips
Considering Roboadvisors: The Pros and Cons
by Kyle Burbank 4
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Side Hustles
Teachable Creator Challenge: Why It's the Perfect Time to Build Your Course
by Kyle Burbank 4
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Quick Tips
Opening My First "Real" Brokerage Account (And the Mistake I Already Made)
by Kyle Burbank 2
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Quick Tips
Roasting Marshmallows: Following My FIRE Flirtation
by Kyle Burbank 2
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Travel Tips
When Packing Light Goes Wrong
by Kyle Burbank
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Quick Tips
T-Mobile's New Bank Account Offers Customers Up to 4% APY
by Kyle Burbank 1
Money Milestones
#FinHealthMatters: The Biggest Financial Lessons I've Learned
by Kyle Burbank 2
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Quick Tips
TouchNote App Makes For Frugal and Fun Travel Souvenirs
by Kyle Burbank 5
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Quick Tips
Disney+ May Just Get You to Quit Cable (or Netflix)
by Kyle Burbank
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Quick Tips
How Apple Pay Saved My Butt in Hong Kong
by Kyle Burbank 2
Popular Articles
"Smart Brevity" Book Review — Can it Help Improve Your Writing?
by Kyle Burbank
I'm not 100% sure when it was that I first heard about the site Axios. Regardless, these days, I'm subscribed to several of their newsletters, regularly visit their website, and may or may not have already taken some inspiration from them when revamping the news style of the Disney site I write for. For those...
Solis is Launching Yet Another New Global WiFi Hotspot Model
by Kyle Burbank
Back in 2019, I purchased my first Solis (then known as Skyroam Solis) international hotspot device. Since then, though, the company has rolled out a number of new models — and that pace has really hastened over the past couple of years. That continued this month as preorders for their new Solis Tag device opened....
The Author Journey: Combating Headwinds
by Kyle Burbank 3
A few months ago, I resolved to finally get cracking on a book idea that had been floating around in my head for some time now. To correspond with this goal, I also decided to launch a monthly blog series taking you through the ups and downs of preparing a manuscript. Well, this particular entry...
Everything You Need to Know About Flying Allegiant Air in 2026
by Kyle Burbank 21
Updated on February 3, 2026 When my wife and I moved to Springfield, Missouri more than a decade ago, one of the selling points (or at least what kept it in the running) was that there was a nearby airport that served a decent number of destinations. Unfortunately, while it is convenient, flying out of...
Travel Tuesday: Crockfords Las Vegas (Resorts World)
by Kyle Burbank
You're not going to believe this but, recently, my wife and I spent more time in Las Vegas. Having returned, it's now time to continue my ongoing Las Vegas Content Bonanza™. Today, I'll be taking a look at the Crockfords hotel located at the new Resorts World complex on the Strip. This luxury property happens...
Featured Articles
How Utilization Impacts Your Credit Scores: My Real-Life Example
by Kyle Burbank
You may already know that Credit Utilization is the second-largest factor FICO considers when determining your credit score. Specifically, it makes up 30% of your score, topped only by Payment History at 35%. But what does that look like in practice? Well, I recently got the "opportunity" to see firsthand. In April, I elected to...
Travel Tuesday: Allbirds Weatherproof Hightops - How They Compare to Mizzles
by Kyle Burbank
As I've mentioned more than a few times before, after purchasing a pair of water-resistant Allbirds Runner-Up Mizzles a few years back, they quickly became my go-to travel shoe. That's because they're not only comfortable but also help protect my feet from wet weather while on the road (there are few things I hate more...
This New Hardshell Carry-On Luggage Option Has My Attention
by Kyle Burbank
Welcome back to another Quick Tip — and the latest edition of our occasional, unofficial series Things Kyle Wants to Buy. When I returned from my most recent trip, for some reason, I had hardshell luggage on my mind. That's strange because my current soft-sided luggage has served me well and, moreover, I've traditionally not...
Would it Be Wrong to Try This Potential Free Checked Bag Trick?
by Kyle Burbank
I don't remember the last time I paid for a checked bag on a plane. Granted. I've paid for carry-ons while flying Allegiant — but, in the cases where I have elected to check a bag in recent years, it's been a free gate check since I occasionally volunteer to part with my bag early...