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Rachel is a writer and ghostwriter within the personal finance community, a FinCon 2018 scholarship recipient and the creator of the website Budgets & Kale.

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Is the Bank of America Premium Rewards Card Worth Its Annual Fee?

Rachel Smith
March 24, 2022

Bank of America has a few different travel credit card options, including the . But one thing this card has that some other Bank of America cards don’t have is…

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5 Things to Do When You Get the Bank of America Travel Rewards Card

Rachel Smith
May 4, 2022

The is a great -annual-fee option that rewards users with an unlimited 1.5 points per $1 spent on everything. The rewards system is simple: Points are worth 1 cent each…

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5 Reasons to Get the Orbitz Rewards Visa Credit Card

Rachel Smith
June 26, 2019

Have you ever been confused by how much a point or mile is worth? Orbitz has made this straightforward with its Orbitz Rewards program — 1 “Orbuck” is worth $1.…

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Is the Orbitz Rewards Credit Card Right for Me?

Rachel Smith
June 25, 2019

The offers a lot to consumers — from great rewards rates to discounted bookings. But how do you know if it’s right for you? If you fit into one or more…

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How to Use Travel Rewards for a Memorial Day Weekend Getaway

Rachel Smith
Nov. 3, 2021

Thinking of taking a trip this Memorial Day? The three-day weekend is a fantastic time to get away before the heat sets in around the country. Here are some ways…

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7 Reasons to Get a Chase Sapphire Reserve Credit Card

Rachel Smith
Feb. 8, 2019

The is a premium card well-suited for regular travelers. It comes with a hefty annual fee of , but here are seven reasons to consider the card anyway: 1. Superior trip cancellation…

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6 Things the Best Western Rewards Program Gets Right

Rachel Smith
Feb. 8, 2019

When you think of Best Western, you probably think of an affordable, comfortable hotel option. The chain’s full profile includes hotels geared toward business travelers, and a rewards program for loyal guests…

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4 Ways New Parents Can Earn Travel Rewards With Baby-Related Purchases

Rachel Smith
Jan. 11, 2019

Congrats! You have a baby on the way! Growing a family is an exciting and daunting time. There are many changes to come in your daily life, home and your…

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How Small Business Owners Can Earn and Use Travel Rewards

Rachel Smith
Dec. 28, 2018

Whether you plan to travel a little or a lot for your small business, you can take advantage of several different ways to earn travel rewards through your growing company.…

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4 Ways Recent College Graduates Can Build Travel Rewards

Rachel Smith
Nov. 3, 2021

Congratulations, you’ve officially graduated university and are working in the real world. You’re a self-sufficient adult. And now, you want to use that hard-earned money to travel. Here are some…

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