
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.
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10 Cities Where Grocery Prices Are Highest
These 10 cities are paying up to 33% more than the rest of the country to keep food on the table.
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When an Extended Car Warranty is Worth It — and When it's Not
Got the "we're trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty" call? Here's what you need to know before buying.
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Retirees, Protect Your Savings With Umbrella Insurance
retirement You may not realize you don’t have enough liability coverage until something catastrophic happens.
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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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Nine Ways Seniors Can Save on Car Insurance
Seniors tend to pay more for car insurance, but these discounts and strategies can help you keep rates down.
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Does My Car Insurance Cover Rental Cars?
Is it safe to decline the extra coverage car rental companies offer you when booking? Here's what you need to know.
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Do I Still Need Travel Insurance If I Have Coverage Through a Credit Card?
Travel Many credit cards offer travel insurance as a perk, but is the coverage comprehensive enough to skip buying a separate policy?
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The Best (and Worst) Airlines for Flight Delays and Cancellations
Which airlines should you book and which should you avoid if you want to make it to your destination on time?
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I Need to Cut $1,000 From My Monthly Budget, and I've Already Given Up Starbucks and Dining Out. What Else Can I Do?
Here are some creative ways to save up to $1,000 a month, even if you feel like you've already made all of the obvious cuts.
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I Just Paid Off My Car. Can I Downgrade My Car Insurance Now?
You've gotten rid of that car payment. Can you save even more by downgrading your car insurance? Here's what to consider.
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Why Now is the 'Just Right' Time to Do Those Home Upgrades
Interest rates are dropping and tax credits are expiring, creating a short opportunity to save on home upgrades.
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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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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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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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