Kenley Young

Assigning Editor | Credit cards, credit scores

Kenley Young directs daily credit cards coverage for NerdWallet. Previously, he was a homepage editor and digital content producer for Fox Sports, and before that a front page editor for Yahoo. He has decades of experience in digital and print media, including stints as a copy desk chief, a wire editor and a metro editor for the McClatchy newspaper chain.

Education: B.A. in journalism and mass communications from the University of South Carolina
Awards: South Carolina Press Association: Headline writing
Previous experience: Fox Sports, Yahoo, SmartBrief, The McClatchy Co.

Kenley's picks

How to Pick the Best Credit Card for You: 4 Easy Steps

by Claire Tsosie

If you know your options and ask the right questions, you can find the best fit for your spending habits and goals.

7 Credit Card Tips Everyone Should Know

by Lindsay Konsko

Credit cards are a convenient and rewarding way to make purchases, but they need to be handled with care.

5 Credit Card Red Flags to Avoid

by Funto Omojola

Knowing these credit card warning signs can help you weed out the bad options and save you money.

The latest from Kenley

What to Know About the CFPB’s Latest Warning for Credit Card Companies

Issuers that devalue rewards, bury details in fine print and make reward redemptions difficult could face financial penalties.

Boost Your Credit Card Rewards This Holiday With a Few Extra Clicks

Just an additional step or two can snag you bonus miles, points or cash back on top of what your card already gives you, and on spending you'd planned anyway.

5 Things to Know About the Hard Rock Credit Card

It amps up the rewards you earn as a member of Hard Rock’s loyalty program.

Activating Your Credit Card? Don’t Skip the Mobile Wallet Step

It's becoming an essential part of credit card use and management, and not just because of the potential for bonus rewards (although that part is nice).

Chase’s 5% Bonus Categories, Q1 2025: Grocery Stores, Fitness, Spas, Norwegian Cruises

5 Things to Know About the FNBO Getaway Card

It’s a decent $0-annual-fee travel credit card, but the lack of a sign-up bonus and the strict residency requirements will likely have many people looking for alternatives.

Alaska Airlines Unveils a Few Details About New Premium Card

The $395-annual-fee card will offer 3x miles in select categories, plus a revamped Companion Fare.

5 Things to Know About the Evergreen Credit Card

You can earn 2% cash back on all purchases, but you must live in certain states to apply.

5 Things to Know About the Japanese Airlines USA Credit Card

Rewards and perks are limited. You’re better off with a more flexible general travel card.

Discover’s 5% Bonus Categories for Q1 2025: Restaurants, Home Improvement, Streaming

5 Things to Know About the Seen Mastercard

It's a relatively low-cost option when you're rebuilding credit, and it boasts some beneficial features — but you'll need an invitation to apply,

What Is Coastal Community Bank, and Are Its Credit Cards Right for You?

The bank issues a diverse set of credit cards that includes several credit builders, a premium cash-back option and a credit card/HELOC hybrid.

What Is First Electronic Bank, and Are Its Credit Cards Right for You?

Its offerings include a pricey card for credit building, along with a collection of airline, hotel and store cards.

U.S. Bank Smartly Card Review: Lucrative Option for Loyalists

If you have enough money across your U.S. Bank accounts, you can double the card’s 2% rewards rate to earn an impressive 4% back on all purchases. But there are high balance requirements.

5 Things to Know About the Kikoff Credit Card

It has some ideal features for those new to credit, but a paid subscription is required to qualify for the card, which costs a minimum of $240 a year.