
Ellen Kennedy
Ellen writes and edits personal finance stories, especially on consumer products like credit cards. She also covers the nexus between sustainability and personal finance. Ellen was a manager and sustainability analyst at Calvert Investments for 15 years, focusing on climate change, water, and consumer staples. She served on the sustainability councils of several Fortune 500 companies, led corporate engagements, and filed shareholder proposals. She also alerted investors to emerging issues at the time, such as the use of toxic chemicals in consumer products. Before that, Ellen was a program officer for Winrock International, managing loans to alternative energy projects in Latin America. Ellen also directed a program that provided scholarships in agricultural science to women in Angola. Ellen earned a master’s from the University of California at Berkeley in international relations and Latin American Studies. Her research focused on the role of migrants’ remittances on local economic development in rural Mexico. Ellen earned a B.A. in Philosophy and Spanish from Haverford College.
Latest articles by Ellen Kennedy
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The 10 Safest Countries to Visit
Travel Check out where to travel safely before you book international travel.
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Hulu Deal: $0.99/Month for the First Year and Add Starz for $0.99/Month
Last chance deal: Cyber Monday/Black Friday Hulu deal expires Nov. 28. Get the base plan (with ads) for $0.99/month; add Starz for $0.99/month for the first six months.
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Mint Mobile Deal: Three Free Months
This Mint Mobile Cyber Monday deal offers a buy three, get three free months of service. That's as little as $45 for six months.
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Three Best Cards for Holiday Shopping
Wells Fargo Active Cash, Prime Visa, and Chase Freedom Unlimited are the best cards for holiday shopping.
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Amazon Credit Card Delivers $200 Intro Offer, Cash Back for Loyal Shoppers
The Chase Amazon credit card, Prime Visa, offers rewards to loyal Amazon and Whole Foods customers.
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Score a Free iPhone or Other Apple Product with Chase Credit Card Rewards Points
Chase credit card customers can get a free iPhone, iMac or other Apple product for less points, now through November.
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Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card $750 Bonus Offer
It's a great time to sign up for the Capital One Venture Rewards credit card for huge travel benefits.
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Southwest Credit Cards Launch $1,125 Bonus Offer
Earn 75,000 Rapid Rewards points with a Chase Southwest credit card.
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Hilton Honors Card Launches Bonus Offer up to $1,220
Earn up to 170,000 Hilton Honors bonus points, plus a $200 annual credit with the American Express Surpass Card.
By Ellen Kennedy Published
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JetBlue Credit Card Intro Offer Worth Over $900
This JetBlue credit card comes with 70,000 intro bonus points and loads of travel perks.
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Get a World of Hyatt business card Intro Offer Worth $1,380
This World of Hyatt business credit card combines a solid intro offer with industry-leading travel perks.
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The Best Credit Cards to Use When Renting Cars
The best credit cards to use for rental car insurance.
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Charging an EV? Get Cash Back from Your Credit Card
A Bank of America credit card is the latest to reward charging an electric vehicle — up to 5.25% cash back.
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Which American Express Credit Card is Right for You?
Three American Express credit cards offer big bonuses and perks for travelers and foodies. Which is right for you?
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Earn Delta SkyMiles Worth up to $720 with a New Amex Credit Card Welcome Offer
Delta SkyMiles and American Express launch welcome offers worth up to 60,000 SkyMiles on 3 personal credit cards.
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Capital One Business Card Offer: Get Travel Worth up to $2,775
Earn 150,000 Venture One miles with a Capital One Venture X Business Card Sign-on bonus.
By Ellen Kennedy Published
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Earn $900+ with IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card Bonus
Get the IHG One Rewards Premier card's 140,000 bonus points for hotel stays.
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Earn $900+ with IHG One Rewards Premier Business Card Bonus
The IHG One Rewards Premier Business credit card is offering a phenomenal sign-up bonus for new cardholders.
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How To Choose a Credit Card
Choose a credit card to improve your credit score, save money, or earn rewards — but don’t get in over your head.
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Chase Ink Business Cards Launch $900+ Offer
Chase Ink business credit cards offer new bonus amounts, solid cash back and perks.
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Get up to $10,750 off a New Mercedes: Amex and Sam's Club Members Qualify
Get up to $10,750 off a Mercedes from American Express and Sam’s Club.
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Costco Auto Program: Deep Discounts on Volvos and Audis
Get thousands off a new Audi or Certified Volvo with the Costco Auto Program.
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Credit Card Offers are Eroding — Get a Deal While You Can
Take advantage of credit card offers while you still can — many are disappearing or weakening.
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Chase Launches $750 Bonus Offer For Sapphire Card
The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card recently launched a compelling deal for new customers.
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