Reena Thomas

Reena Thomas

EDITOR II, CREDIT CARDS

Reena Thomas, Ph.D., is an editor/writer at Bankrate and CreditCards.com with a focus on credit card reward offers. She enjoys delving into the credit card landscape to help readers make valuable credit card decisions that are right for them.

Reena has over a decade of experience in education and publishing. Before joining Bankrate in 2023, she was a copy editor for NurseJournal, Trillium Publishing, Voyager Expanded Learning, and Rockefeller University Press. She also worked as a tenure-track college English instructor after receiving her doctorate and has published academic articles.

When she isn’t writing and researching about credit cards, Reena can be found exploring her neighborhood for charming coffee shops, scenic trails, and friendly dog parks.

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Credit card knowledge – how to avoid and manage debt, build credit, optimize rewards and bonuses – is an integral part of financial literacy today. While it can be a bit daunting, learning the ins and outs of credit cards is worth it to help create a solid budget and strong financial foundation.

Education & Honors

  • BA in English Literature, Cornell University
  • MA in English Literature, University of Dallas
  • Ph.D. in English Literature, University of Arizona

Latest Posts

Card Reviews

Destiny Mastercard review

The Destiny Mastercard is a solid option for people with less-than-perfect credit or low credit…