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Robert Thorpe

Editor, Personal Finance
BBC Russian EXPERTISE
  • Small business loans
  • Business grants
  • Bad credit loans
  • Credit cards
  • Cash back credit cards
  • Travel credit cards
BBC Russian EDUCATION
  • Master of Arts in Communication, Johns Hopkins University
  • Bachelor of Arts (English) with a minor in psychology from the University of Massachusetts

 

As an editor for Bankrate, Robert Thorpe is passionate about providing content that helps readers make great financial decisions. He currently focuses on helping business owners find affordable loans. His work covers various topics, including SBA loans, small business grants, equipment loans, and business loans for bad credit. It is especially rewarding for him when he helps people in underserved communities get the necessary capital to start or grow their businesses.

In the past, Robert has written and edited credit card content for several Red Ventures brands, including Bankrate, CreditCards.com, and The Points Guy. He has 11 cash back credit cards and enjoys showing people how to maximize rewards to fight inflation. He also has experience researching and reviewing credit cards that help people save on travel costs.

In addition to Red Ventures, Robert has written and edited for the Motley Fool, covering personal finance topics, which include credit cards, personal loans, auto and homeowners insurance, and cryptocurrency.

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Robert's latest articles

  • SBA Small Business Loans: 2023 Review

    SBA small business loans are issued by private lenders like banks, CDFIs and nonprofit community lenders. But they’re backed by the federal government and can provide low-interest loans and lines of credit to many types of small business owners.

    16 min read Aug 27, 2024

  • IHG One Rewards Traveler Credit Card

    The IHG® Rewards Club Traveler Credit Card offers great travel points-earning potential by letting cardholders earn twice when they stay at IHG properties

    10 min read Aug 13, 2024

  • Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card

    With a three-tier awards chart, a generous sign-up bonus and practical bonus categories, this card seeks to make travel accessible for families.

    9 min read Aug 07, 2024

  • Wyndham Rewards Earner® Plus Card

    If you’re a frequent traveler who prefers to stay at Wyndham hotels, the Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus Card is a great option.

    9 min read Aug 07, 2024