Rachel Alulis
Rachel Alulis

Rachel Alulis

Principal writer specializing in personal finance.

Expertise

Expertise

  • Personal finance
  • Personal loans
  • Debt Relief
  • Credit score
Education

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts from the College of the Holy Cross
  • M.F.A. from the University of Texas at Austin

About the author

Rachel Alulis is a writer specializing in personal finance. She covers loans, credit cards, and credit scores for MoneyFor. She is adamant about helping consumers avoid credit card debt, save money, and improve their credit scores. Her goal is to create high-quality pieces that educate readers and help them improve their financial lives. Before coming to MoneyFor, Rachel worked as a freelance writer and blogger.

Rachel's latest articles

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Can I Cancel My 401(k) and Cash Out While Still Employed?

Borrowing from your 401(k) may seem like easy money, but it can seriously derail your long-term retirement goals.

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Best Emergency Loans for Bad Credit

Emergency loans ensure you can get cash when you need money now, no matter your credit score, but they can be costly.

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No Credit Check Payday Loans for Fast Cash Solutions

Payday loans provide fast cash with high approval odds, but are costly.

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How to Get Emergency Cash Immediately for Bad Credit

Emergency loans for bad credit can help cover unexpected expenses but many can be costly.

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Using Home Equity Loan for Debt Consolidation

If you own a home, using your home’s equity can be a smart way to pay off high-interest debt.

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Can You Use Prepaid Credit Cards to Build Credit?

Prepaid cards can be used virtually anywhere, from grocery stores and online shopping to paying bills.