Robert Thorpe

Editor, Personal Finance
Ribbon Icon EXPERTISE
  • Small business loans
  • Business grants
  • Bad credit loans
  • Credit cards
  • Cash back credit cards
  • Travel credit cards
Education Icon 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

  • Best LLC loans

    LLCs can choose among many business loans. Here's how to narrow it down to the best.

    23 min read Oct 28, 2021

  • Best Business Loans for Minorities

    From SBA loans and microloans to programs designed to help underserved communities, these are the best business loans for minorities.

    19 min read Oct 28, 2021

  • Best Low-Interest Business Loans

    Finding a business loan with the lowest rates can save you thousands of dollars. Check out our picks for low-interest business loans.

    18 min read Oct 28, 2021