Sarah Gage

Managing Editor, Credit Cards

18

Years of Experience

EXPERTISE

Credit card news
Credit cards
Credit card debt
Building credit
Business credit cards

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts, University of Michigan

Money gives you options. The more you can take control of your personal finances, the more options become available to you.
— Sarah Gage

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

Sarah's latest articles

Sign up for a new credit card now to get free holiday travel

Signing up for a new credit card can provide you with enough rewards points or miles for a free trip this holiday season.

2 min read Oct 12, 2023
More consumers are showing signs of financial distress

High inflation, high interest and other factors are straining Americans’ finances.

3 min read Oct 06, 2023
Citi Rewards+ vs. Citi Premier

If you’re looking for a jack-of-all-trades credit card to add to your portfolio, consider either the Citi Rewards+ Card or Citi Premier Card.

7 min read Sep 29, 2023
Reader questions: How to build credit, and how long to wait before applying for a new credit card?

A reader who is relatively new to credit is looking to bolster his credit score.

3 min read Sep 29, 2023
72% of higher earners are in credit card debt for at least a year: What is the best way to attack your credit card debt?

As surprising as it sounds, high earners tend to carry debt longer. Here’s why.

6 min read Sep 27, 2023
Is the Citi Rewards+ Card worth it?

Find out if the Citi Rewards+ Card is the right fit for you.

5 min read Sep 27, 2023
Early holiday shopping tips for budgeting and avoiding shipping delays

Holiday sales start earlier each year. Can shopping now get you the best bargains?

6 min read Sep 26, 2023
2023 first-time credit card statistics

Here’s what first-time cardholders should know about credit cards.

9 min read Sep 19, 2023