Robert Thorpe

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

  • A coffeeshop owner uses his coffee machine at bar counter in cafe.

    Alternatives to LLC loans

    If your business is an LLC, there are a lot of financing options to choose from.

    8 min read May 22, 2024

  • Funding Circle

    Funding Circle’s streamlined application and potentially low rates are tailored to low-risk small businesses.

    Apr 15, 2024

  • Bluevine

    Bluevine offers a business line of credit to help business owners cover cash flow gaps and expand operations. Our Bluevine small business loans review has all the details.

    Apr 15, 2024

  • Uncapped

    Uncapped provides three short-term financing options that work similar to merchant cash advances. Our Uncapped business loans review has all the details.

    Apr 03, 2024