
Rachael Green
Rachael Green is a personal finance eCommerce writer specializing in insurance, travel, and credit cards. Before joining Kiplinger in 2025, she wrote blogs and whitepapers for financial advisors and reported on everything from the latest business news and investing trends to the best shopping deals. Her bylines have appeared in Benzinga, CBS News, Travel + Leisure, Bustle, and numerous other publications. A former digital nomad, Rachael lived in Lund, Vienna, and New York before settling down in Atlanta. She’s eager to share her tips for finding the best travel deals and navigating the logistics of managing money while living abroad. When she’s not researching the latest insurance trends or sharing the best credit card reward hacks, Rachael can be found traveling or working in her garden.
Latest articles by Rachael Green
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The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals for Travel Accessories, Suitcases and More
On the final day of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale, skip the fluff — here’s how to extract real travel value via gear and strategic credit cards.
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I Found the Best Gifts Under $50 and None of Them Feel Cheap
Amazon October Prime Day is the perfect chance to nab some under-$50 gifts that feel more expensive than they are (because normally they would be).
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The Anti-Prime Deals Guide to Everyday Essentials Worth Stocking up on at Walmart, Target and Sam's Club
Skip Amazon and shop these anti-Prime deals at Walmart, Target or Sam's Club to save on all of your household essentials.
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FSA or HSA-Eligible Amazon Prime Deals You Can Shop Now
Double down on savings by taking advantage of these FSA or HSA-eligible early Prime deals. Save on the smart rings, air purifiers, baby gear and more.
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Best Early Prime Deals from Amazon's Big Deal Days Sale
You don't have to wait for October to shop these early Prime Day deals on tech, travel gear, TVs and more on Amazon.
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10 Things You Need To Know About Hurricane Insurance Claims
Becoming a Homeowner Hurricane damage? Know what your insurance will and won't cover to make the most of your policy if you need to file a claim.
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Should You Get Walmart+ or Amazon Prime?
Walmart+ and Amazon Prime both promise free shipping, exclusive deals, and a suite of add-on services. But which one should you get, if any?
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The $2.5 Billion Amazon Settlement: Key Dates, Claim Eligibility and More
Amazon agrees to a historic $2.5 billion settlement over its Amazon Prime memberships. Here's what you need to know about the case and filing a claim.
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What Pet Insurance Does and Doesn’t Cover
Pet insurance can save you thousands on vet bills, but it doesn’t cover everything. Here are the key types of coverage and exclusions you need to know.
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Amazon Resale: Where Amazon Prime Returns Become Your Online Bargains
Feature Amazon Resale products may have some imperfections, but that often leads to wildly discounted prices.
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How to Cancel Amazon Prime (Even If It Looks Like You Can't)
Tired of Amazon Prime? Canceling it might not be as straightforward as you think. Here's what you need to know.
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Is Amazon Prime Worth It?
Membership comes with many perks to benefit shoppers. However, with the rising costs, is Amazon Prime worth it?
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What Is the 100,000 Mile Rule in Car Insurance?
The 100,000 mile rule in car insurance can help you slash premiums by slashing coverage you can’t use.
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Why a 5-year CD is Your Best Bet After the Fed Meeting
Despite the rate cut at the Fed meeting in September, you still have time to lock in historically high interest rates with a 5-year CD.
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Why You Should Get Whole Life Insurance After the Fed Meeting
Now is a good time to diversify your retirement portfolio with a whole life insurance policy.
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Is Walmart Plus Worth It?
There are tons of exciting Walmart Plus benefits – but are they worth the $98 annual fee?
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It Could Soon Be Harder to Get a Refund on a Flight Gone Wrong
The Department of Transportation's deregulation efforts are taking aim at your rights to compensation for delays, canceled flights, lost baggage and more.
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Should You Get Earthquake Insurance?
Your home insurance doesn’t cover earthquakes, but paying extra for earthquake insurance isn’t just for Californians.
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$425 Million Google Class Action Lawsuit: Do You Qualify for a Payout?
Google was found liable for violating the privacy of 98 million users in a class action lawsuit. Are you one of them?
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Help! My Car Was Totaled. Should I Repair and Keep Driving It or Buy a New One?
Does it ever make sense to keep a totaled car? Maybe, but you need to consider these factors first.
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Amtrak Debuts High Speed Trains as Train Travel Enters a New Golden Age
Amtrak's new high-speed trains come with upgraded amenities, expanded schedules and more as rail travel demand surges.
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Why More Seniors Are Renting – And Is It a Better Alternative to Downsizing?
The 55+ crowd is the fastest-growing group of renters. Here’s what to weigh if you’re considering swapping homeownership for a lease.
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TSA Is Making Security Screening Even Faster for CLEAR+ Members
New eGates promise to make identity verification a six second process for CLEAR+ members.
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My car is 10 years old. Should I drop down to minimum coverage on my car insurance?
Reducing your car insurance to minimum coverage could save you thousands on premiums. But when is it worth the risk?
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