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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How to Prevent an Emergency When Flying With Your PetMore 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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When Is Amazon Prime Big Deal Days? Everything We Know, Plus Last-Minute DealsAmazon 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 MoreOn 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 CheapAmazon 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 ClubSkip 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 NowDouble 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 SaleYou 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 ClaimsBecoming 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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Amazon Resale: Where Amazon Prime Returns Become Your Online BargainsFeature 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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It Could Soon Be Harder to Get a Refund on a Flight Gone WrongThe 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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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 AgeAmtrak'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+ MembersNew eGates promise to make identity verification a six second process for CLEAR+ members.
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Amazon Now Delivers Fresh Groceries in 1,000 Cities: What You Need to KnowAmazon's expanded grocery delivery service costs less than Amazon Fresh. Is it a better deal?
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How Range Wealth-Management Is Using AI and Human Expertise to Address Complex Financial NeedsWealth-management software helps you keep track of your investments and manage your money. We look at Range's all-in-one platform to see how it works.
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Zelle Security Lapses Cost Over $1 Billion in Fraud, Lawsuit Claims: What You Need to KnowNew York's attorney general is suing Zelle for allegedly allowing "fraudsters to run rampant."
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USPS Is Raising Prices for Holiday Shipping: Dates and Increases You Need to KnowWhat the USPS's $16 price hike means for your wallet and your small business.
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Google's AI Overview Is Wrong About Life Insurance 57% of the Time, Says StudyYou need more than a grain of salt when getting life insurance tips from Google's AI overview.
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US Wants to Charge a $15,000 Visa Bond to Some Tourists: What You Need to KnowThe $15,000 visa bond pilot program goes into effect later this month. Here's what we know so far.
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Ozempic, Botox, Eliquis: How tariffs on Europe could impact drug prices (and what to do about it)Most medications come from Europe. Does that mean the new tariffs on the EU will drive drug prices higher?
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The United and JetBlue Partnership: Everything We Know So FarDOT approves Blue Sky, the United and JetBlue partnership that will give frequent fliers more ways to earn and use miles. Here's what you need to know.
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