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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What Pet Insurance Does and Doesn’t CoverPet 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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You Received a Life Insurance Payout. Here's How to Avoid an IRS Audit.You received a big check from your loved one's life insurance policy. Will the IRS be expecting a check from you now?
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How Much Umbrella Insurance Do I Need?Use our calculator to determine how much umbrella insurance is right for you.
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Is Walmart+ Worth It?There are tons of exciting Walmart+ benefits, but are they worth the $98 annual fee?
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At-Fault States Where No-Fault Insurance Still AppliesThink you live in an at-fault car insurance state? These four still have some tricky no-fault insurance laws you should know about.
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Valentine’s Day Gifts at CostcoTake advantage of Costco's same-day delivery to get these romantic gifts in time for Valentine's Day 2026.
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How to Use H&R Block Tax Prep SoftwareHere’s what you need to know if you want to file your taxes with H&R Block’s tax prep software this year.
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Is There a Downside to Switching Your Insurance Frequently?You keep finding lower rates every time you shop for insurance. Is there any reason not to take the better deal?
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9 Ways Seniors Can Save on Car InsuranceSeniors tend to pay more for car insurance, but these discounts and strategies can help you keep rates down.
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Tariffs: An Uninvited Valentine's Day GuestExpect to pay more for flowers and chocolates this year or find creative alternatives to save on Valentine's Day without looking cheap.
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States With No-Fault Car Insurance Laws (and How No-Fault Car Insurance Works)A breakdown of the confusing rules around no-fault car insurance in every state where it exists.
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7 Frugal Habits to Keep Even When You're RichSome frugal habits are worth it, no matter what tax bracket you're in.
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These 8 States Have the Most Expensive Home Insurance in 2026If 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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14 States with the Cheapest Home Insurance in 2026Homeowners in these 14 states pay at least $1,100 less than the national average for home insurance.
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The 1-Month Rule for Setting Your Car Insurance DeductibleThe ideal car insurance deductible balances risk and savings. Here's how to find it.
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A New TSA Fee Is Coming for Travelers With No REAL ID in FebruaryDon't have a REAL ID yet? You might get hit with a fee to go through security at the airport in February.
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$100,000 Travel Emergencies You Don’t See Coming and How to PrepareSponsored
Travel emergencies can get expensive fast. Here's how to protect your wallet from the worst-case scenario.
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How to Save $50 on a Sam’s Club MembershipThis Sam’s Club membership deal from Stack Social saves you up to $50 and gets you a full year of access to the warehouse club.
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Is Home Insurance Tax Deductible?With home insurance rates on the rise, you might be hoping to at least claim the cost as a tax deduction. Here's what you need to know ahead of tax season.
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Is Mechanical Breakdown Insurance Better Than an Extended Car Warranty?More insurers are starting to offer mechanical breakdown insurance to new car owners. What is it and should you buy it?
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My car is 10 years old. Should I drop 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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4 Financially Savvy Things to Do with Unwanted GiftsDon't send that unwanted gift to the landfill. Find a way to squeeze out some of its cash value instead.
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Top 22 Gifts for Grandkids from WalmartFrom PlayStations to Labubus, you'll find the hottest gifts of 2025 for your grandkids at Walmart this year. And many still arrive in time for Christmas.
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Metro by T-Mobile Is Giving Away This Samsung Galaxy A16: Which Plans Are Eligible?Sponsored
Metro by T-Mobile is offering free Samsung Galaxy A16 phones on eligible plans right now. Here’s how the deal works.
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