Ellen B. Kennedy
Ellen writes and edits retirement articles. She joined Kiplinger in 2021 as an investment and personal finance writer, focusing on retirement, credit cards and related topics. Ellen devoted much of her career to the nexus of sustainability and personal finance. She worked in the mutual fund industry for 15 years as a manager and sustainability analyst at Calvert Investments. She covered consumer staples, energy, water and climate change. She served on the sustainability councils of several Fortune 500 companies and led corporate engagements. Before that, Ellen was a program officer for Winrock International, managing loans to alternative energy projects in Latin America. Ellen earned a master’s in international relations and Latin American Studies from the University of California at Berkeley, and she earned a B.A. from Haverford College.
Latest articles by Ellen B. Kennedy
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Save $200 on Cyber Monday Shopping With the Amazon Credit Card Intro Bonus
Prime Visa, the Chase Amazon credit card, offers you savings on your Cyber Monday shopping, with a $200 sign-up bonus offer that expires on December 5, 2024 at 6 pm EST.
By Ellen B. Kennedy Last updated
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It's Back! Hulu Black Friday Sale: $0.99/Month for the First Year
Deal The Hulu Black Friday Deal gets you the base plan (with ads) for $0.99/month and add Starz for an extra 99 cents/month.
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Retirement Calculator: How Much Do I Need to Retire?
retirement planning Our Retirement Calculator estimates the future value of your retirement savings and determines how much more you need to save each month to reach your retirement goal.
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$1,500 to $3,000 Amex Card Intro Offer
Amex intro offer worth $1,500 to $3,000 provides new Business Platinum cardholders 150,000 membership points.
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$2,775 Capital One Business Card Intro Offer
Get up to $2,775 for a Limited Time with a Capital One Business Card Offer
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Chase Launches $750 Bonus Offer For Sapphire Preferred Card
The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card recently launched a compelling deal for new customers.
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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
credit cards Leisure and business travelers can use travel rewards credit cards to turn miles logged into other things — including more travel.
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Best Airline Credit Card Bonuses That Come with Free Companion Tickets
We’ve rounded up the two best airline credit card bonuses worth up to $720 to help you rack up miles, earn a companion pass and pay for your next big vacation.
By Ellen B. Kennedy Last updated
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Credit Card Bonuses Up to $1,600 for New Cardholders
Earn up to $1,600 when you sign up for a new credit card. Here are the best welcome offers for new cardholders.
By Ellen B. Kennedy Last updated
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Earn up to $665 With the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® or the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ cards
Get up to 95,000 bonus points with the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® and the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card. Plus, get a free night. But should you get this card?
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Best Cash Back Credit Cards December 2024
Smart Buying Trying to compare the best cash back credit cards? Unlike most reviewers, we include cards from small banks and credit unions, as well as from large issuers.
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$750 Offer from Chase Ink Business Cards
Chase Ink business credit cards offer new bonus amounts, solid cash back and perks.
By Ellen B. Kennedy Last updated
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Roth IRAs: What They Are and How They Work
Roth IRA A Roth IRA is an individual retirement account that allows tax-free investment growth and distributions, as long as key rules are followed.
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The Worst Credit Cards: Is One in Your Wallet?
If you have one of the worst credit cards, it's time to replace it with a winner. We can help.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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Apple Card Review: Should You Get One?
The Apple Card delivers up to 3% cash back and other benefits to the Apple faithful. But Apple loyalists should also consider competing cards.
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Earn Delta SkyMiles Worth up to $840 Plus a Free Ticket
Delta SkyMiles and American Express provide welcome offers worth up to 70,000 SkyMiles on three personal credit cards.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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How to Save on Booking a Cruise
Booking a cruise using credit card rewards and travel agents can help snag the best deals.
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Alaska Airlines Credit Card: $550 to $660 Bonus Offer and 10% More for Bank of America Customers
The Alaska Airlines credit card offers a bonus worth $550 plus a free companion fare. Bank of America customers get a 10% rewards boost.
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13 Home Features Today's Buyers Want Most
home Thinking about selling your house? Here are 13 home features potential buyers crave right now.
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Earn $980 with the IHG One Rewards Premier Business Card Bonus
The IHG One Rewards Premier Business credit card offers two ways to get a free hotel night, plus a strong sign-up bonus.
By Ellen B. Kennedy Last updated
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Get a World of Hyatt Business Card Offer Worth $1,380
This World of Hyatt business credit card combines a solid offer for new cardholders with industry-leading travel perks.
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Southwest Credit Cards: Bonus Offer Worth $750.
Earn 50,000 Rapid Rewards points with a Chase Southwest credit card for personal use.
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Hilton Honors Card Bonus Offer Worth up to $990
Earn up to 165,000 Hilton Honors bonus points and up to a $200 annual credit with the American Express Surpass Card.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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Wyndham Bonus Offer: Ten Nights Free
Get up to ten Nights Free with the Wyndham Earner Plus credit card's sign-up bonus. That's 75,000 points (worth up to $675) at Wyndham properties.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated