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.

Vanguard Cash Plus Cash Management Account 2024 Review Our review of the Vanguard Cash Plus Cash Management account looks at the interest rates, fees, and features that help boost your savings. KeyBank Key Smart Checking Account 2024 Review Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake KeyBank Key Smart Checking Account 2024 Review When you need a checking account you could look for one with lots of bells and... Wells Fargo Clear Access Banking Account 2024 Review Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Wells Fargo Clear Access Banking Account 2024 Review Wells Fargo is one of the nation's largest banks offering checking accounts,... The Best Savings Accounts for Your Emergency Fund Find out which savings accounts are the best for people who are looking to build an emergency fund. Learn how to calculate the perfect size for this rainy day fund. Use the tips to help you establish the emergency fund faster. Take note of the situations that justify the actual use of the money in this critical account. American Express Rewards Checking Account 2024 Review Our review of the American Express Rewards Checking account looks at the account fees, interest rate, services, and the debit card rewards program. Marcus by Goldman Sachs CDs 2024 Review Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Marcus by Goldman Sachs CDs 2024 Review Learn more about the interest rates, early withdrawal penalties, and renewal policies for certificates of deposit (CDs) from Goldman Sachs Bank USA (GS Bank). Why You Should Never Store All Your Money in Checking Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Why You Should Never Store All Your Money in Checking A checking account is a necessity for most people, and when it comes to paying... U.S. Bank Safe Debit Account 2024 Review Our review of the U.S. Bank Safe Debit Account looks at this checking-account alternative based on its fees and features. Bank of America Advantage SafeBalance Account 2024 Review Our review of the Bank of America Advantage SafeBalance Account looks at its fees and features that differ from traditional checking accounts. Watch Out for These Pitfalls When Making Large Cash Deposits Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Watch Out for These Pitfalls When Making Large Cash Deposits Depositing large amounts of cash in your bank account has the potential to be...