Rudri Bhatt Patel is a certified financial health counselor, personal finance and retirement expert, writer, editor and educator with over 20 years of experience. She joined GOBankingRates in 2024 as a Senior SEO Financial Writer.
Twenty years ago, she pivoted from her work as an attorney to a freelance writer. She has a JD from Southern Methodist University School of Law, a MA in English and BA in Political Science from the University of Texas at Dallas.
Rudri also holds a Financial Health Counselor Certification, accredited by the National Association of Certified Credit Counselors (NACCC).
Her work and expert advice has been featured in USA Today, MarketWatch, The Washington Post, Forbes, Web MD, Business Insider, Bankrate, Vox and other national outlets.
Education
J.D. in Law, Southern Methodist University School of Law
M.A. in English, University of Texas at Dallas
B.A. in Political Science, University of Texas at Dallas
Expertise in
- Retirement
- Banking
- Personal Finance
- Law
Latest Articles
Cadence Bank Review: Community Banking With a Personalized Approach
by Rudri Bhatt Patel, CFHC
Vio Bank Review: High Rates and Low Minimums
by Rudri Bhatt Patel, CFHC
Bangor Savings Bank Review: Versatile Accounts, ATM Perks and Local Service
by Rudri Bhatt Patel, CFHC
Best Jumbo CD Rates Today: December 8, 2025 — Earn Up to 4.33% APY
by Rudri Bhatt Patel, CFHC
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