The CFPB released a new credit card comparison tool. Will it actually help consumers?
Will the CFPB’s new Explore Credit Cards tool really help consumers? We take a look.
5 min read
Dec 19, 2024
Sarah Gage
Managing Editor, Credit Cards
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18Years of experience
EXPERTISE
- Credit cards
- Rewards credit cards
- Credit card debt
- Debt management
- Building credit
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Arts, University of Michigan
About the author
Sarah Gage is a managing editor on the Bankrate team. Sarah has more than 16 years of professional writing and editing experience, and she is passionate about providing clear, concise information that helps people take control of their personal finances. Her finance writing has been featured by Entrepreneur, Tally and Happy Money, among others.
Outside of her work, Sarah enjoys camping, hiking, and planning her next rewards travel trip.
Sarah wants you to know
Sarah’s first credit card was the Chase card she opened as a college freshman (before she knew that free pizza wasn’t the best sign-up bonus). She now uses a mix of cash back and travel cards and is always looking for new ways to maximize her rewards and redemptions.
Sarah Gage's recommended readings
How to maximize your credit card rewards
How to maximize cash back with your credit card
The pros and cons of travel credit cards
Money gives you options. The more you can take control of your personal finances, the more options become available to you.
— Sarah Gage
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