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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Acima Lease-to-own 2025 Review

Acima offers lease-to-own financing, allowing consumers to acquire products without relying on traditional credit.

April 14, 2025

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Can You Cash a Check Without a Bank Account?

Prepaid debit cards, retail stores, and check-cashing services let you cash checks, but they often come with extra fees.

April 14, 2025

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Want to Save Money? Try Simplifi by Quicken

Simplifi is a budgeting app from Quicken that helps you get your finances under control and save money all from your smartphone.

April 11, 2025

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Does Getting Denied for a Credit Card Hurt Your Score?

A credit card denial is disappointing but does not directly hurt your score.

April 11, 2025

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Monitor your Credit Score with ChoiceCreditScore

Monitor your score and improve your credit with ChoiceCreditScore.

April 10, 2025

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HELOC vs. Home Equity Loan

Both HELOCs and home equity loans let you turn your home’s value into cash. But they work in completely different ways.

April 9, 2025