Articles by Rebecca Lake

Rebecca is a writer for MyBankTracker.com. She is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance (CEPF) and an expert in consumer banking products, saving and money psychology. She has contributed to numerous online outlets, including U.S. News & World Report, and more. Education: B.A. in Political Science and Government from University of South Carolina; MS. in Criminal Justice and Corrections from Charles Southern University.

Should You Use Savings to Pay Off Credit Card Debt? Deciding whether to use savings to pay off credit card debt can be a tough choice. Here‘s a look at some things to consider before you make your move. 5 Tips on How to Save Money When You Get Your First Job Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 5 Tips on How to Save Money When You Get Your First Job Transitioning from college to the working world is a big step and landing your first... How to Avoid ATM Transaction Fees When You Travel Abroad Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How to Avoid ATM Transaction Fees When You Travel Abroad If you're planning a trip overseas this summer, don't settle for spending more money... Easy 401(k) Hacks to Get the Most Out of Your Retirement Plan If you’ve been stashing money in your 401(k) but you’re ready to see a bigger payoff, there are a few simple tricks for getting more out of your account. How to Save Money With the Right Bank Accounts Saving money is no easy, but it's possible to hang on to more of your cash by using the right banking tools. 4 Ways You're Making Banking More Difficult Than It Has to Be Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 4 Ways You're Making Banking More Difficult Than It Has to Be A lot of consumers are guilty of choosing a certain bank or account because of... When It's Better to Wait, Before Rolling Your 401(k) Over Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake When It's Better to Wait, Before Rolling Your 401(k) Over Changing jobs in your 20s is to be expected, but it can put your retirement... How to Overcome Money Problems In Your 20s Figuring out your money in your 20s is tough, especially when you're facing low wages, staggering student loan debt and an uphill battle to build credit. SoFi Invest Brokerage 2024 Review Our review of SoFi Invest looks at the brokerage accounts available, investment options, fees, and additional investing features. Morgan Stanley Private Bank Premium Savings 2024 Review Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Morgan Stanley Private Bank Premium Savings 2024 Review Morgan Stanley Private Bank offers a premium savings account with an above-average...