Cathleen McCarthy

Former Senior Editor, Credit Cards

EXPERTISE

Rewards strategy
Small business marketing

EDUCATION

Bachelor of arts degree in journalism, the University of Maryland

Highlights

Journalist published in dozens of magazines, newspapers and websites
Founder and editor of The Jewelry Loupe
Speaker and writer specializing in small-business marketing, travel and credit

Experience

After receiving her B.A. in magazine journalism from the University of Maryland, Cathleen worked as a staff editor for consumer and trade magazines before becoming a full-time freelance writer.

Her stories on design, travel and business have appeared in dozens of publications including the Washington Post, Town & Country, Wall Street Journal, Marie Claire, Fodor’s Travel, Departures and The Writer. In 2009, she launched The Jewelry Loupe, a magazine-style blog that now has more than 25,000 followers around the world. Cathleen writes and speaks about marketing creative small businesses.

Media

"Opening a Storefront" for the Jewelry Business Forum last month and building a brand at NYNOW last year.

Business

Blog: https://thejewelryloupe.com
Instagram: http://instagram.com/thejewelryloupe/
Facebook: http://facebook.com/thejewelryloupe
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thejewelryloupe

Cathleen's latest articles

How to invest in emerging industries

Be careful to separate the hype from the legitimate potential of companies in emerging industries.

7 min read May 12, 2022
What is caveat emptor in real estate?

This commonly used phrase in real estate typically serves as a warning that a property is being sold as-is — flaws and all.

2 min read May 04, 2022
What is a probate sale in real estate?

When someone dies, they leave behind an estate that contains all the assets they owned. Probate is the legal process through which these assets are sold.

5 min read May 04, 2022
How to remodel for less with reclaimed materials

You can save big by using salvaged materials.

4 min read May 04, 2022
What is a cash flow statement?

Here’s how investors can analyze cash flow to gauge the overall health of a company.

2 min read May 03, 2022
Distressed property: What you should know

Typically, a distressed property is either under foreclosure, or the lender is trying to sell it.

4 min read May 03, 2022
Dogecoin vs. Shiba Inu: How these popular meme cryptocurrencies compare

Here are some of the biggest similarities and differences between Dogecoin and Shiba Inu.

3 min read May 03, 2022
What is a bedroom community?

Bedroom communities offer a variety of benefits. In exchange, however, residents must often sacrifice amenities associated with cities and more urban areas.

3 min read May 02, 2022