Ryan Flanigan, CCC

Writer, Credit cards
  • 4
    Years writing about credit cards
Ribbon Icon EXPERTISE
  • Credit card trends
  • Maximizing rewards
  • Points and miles
Education Icon EDUCATION
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts, Point Park University

About the author

Ryan Flanigan is a Bankrate credit cards writer and Certified Credit Counselor with the National Association of Certified Credit Counselors. He has more than 10 years of experience using credit cards to help people reach their travel goals. Before he began writing about maximizing credit card points, Ryan performed worldwide as an entertainer, which grew his love of travel.

Before Bankrate, Ryan spent the past three years as a freelance writer for AwardWallet and Miles To Memories, discussing beginning to advanced strategies.

In his free time, he enjoys traveling with his family, watching sports and creating memories with his son.

Ryan wants you to know

Don’t be afraid of using credit cards to help put money back in your pocket. Whether in miles, points, or cash back, as long as you have the discipline to use credit cards responsibly, you can reap significant rewards to make your dreams come true.

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