Latest articles by Rachael Green
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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 October, you still have time to lock in historically high interest rates with a 5-year CD.
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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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I'm a Government Employee and Need to Get By Until the Shutdown Ends. What Can I Do?
The second-longest shutdown in history is leaving many federal workers with bills due and no paycheck to cover them. Here's what you can do to get by.
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The 1% Deductible Rule to Avoid Overpaying for Home Insurance
You could be overpaying for home insurance if your deductible is too low. But going too high can be just as risky. That's where the 1% deductible rule comes in.
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These Eight States Have the Most Expensive Home Insurance in 2025
If you live in one of these eight states, you're probably paying $1,000 or more above the national average for home insurance.
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10 States with the Cheapest Home Insurance in 2025
Homeowners in these 10 states pay at least $1,100 less than the national average for home insurance.
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5 Surprising Costco Perks You Can Access Without a Membership
Smart Buying Think you need a membership to benefit from Costco's deals? Discover five services and products that non-members can access.
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You Retired and Stopped Commuting. How Do You Lower Car Insurance Costs Now?
Retiring usually means cutting out that daily commute which could make you less risky to insure. Does that mean your car insurance costs will drop? Here's what you need to know.
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Is Home Insurance Required? Not Necessarily, But That Doesn't Mean You Should Drop It
Home insurance is required by most mortgage lenders. But even if your home is paid off, does it make financial sense to drop coverage?
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How to Prevent an Emergency When Flying With Your Pet
More and more pet owners are including their pets in their travel plans. Here's how to do that safely and with as little stress as possible.
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How to Save $50 on a Sam’s Club Membership
This Sam’s Club membership deal from Stack Social saves you up to $60 and gets you a full year of access to the warehouse club.
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Is Your Car Model Driving Up Your Insurance Premium?
Car insurance rates vary by make and model. Find out if your car is raising or lowering your premium.
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When Is Amazon Prime Big Deal Days? Everything We Know, Plus Last-Minute Deals
Amazon Prime The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale ends soon. Here are the key details you need to know, plus some of our favorite deals members can shop before it's over.
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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.
