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.

What 'Fear of Missing Out' Really Means for Millennial Personal Finance The fear of missing out is driving how young adults manage their money and when it comes to millennial personal finance the consequences can be problematic. Survey Says: Lending Money to Family Members Is the Worst Financial Mistake Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Survey Says: Lending Money to Family Members Is the Worst Financial Mistake Making mistakes is a part of life but when it involves money, the fallout can be... Why Banks Make It So Hard to Get Those New Account Bonuses Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Why Banks Make It So Hard to Get Those New Account Bonuses The other day I was scouting out new bank account promotions and I came across a... 4 Signs You're Financially Clueless Millennials are often scrutinized for their financial choices but they, like many Americans, often make money decisions without having all the facts they need. How Do Hackers Gets Access to Your Credit Cards? Keeping your bank account information safe is harder than ever these days and it doesn't help that would-be hackers can find tips on how to do it online. 9 Annoying Bank Policies That Make No Sense Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 9 Annoying Bank Policies That Make No Sense Flickr | https://www.flickr.com/photos/beglendc/333667265 Sticking your money under... When You Should Talk to a Banker vs. a Teller? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake When You Should Talk to a Banker vs. a Teller? More banks are switching to virtual tellers to handle customer transactions. Anyone... 4 Alternatives to Direct Deposit Find out what other ways you can post direct deposit into a bank account, whether to qualify for a new sign-up bonus or to avoid the monthly fee on an account. Why Open CDs Before Interest Rates Fall As the Federal Reserve looks to cut rates soon, find out why savers should turn to CDs amid a shortening window to lock in high CD rates. Fundrise Review 2024: An Easier Way to Invest in Real Estate Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Fundrise Review 2024: An Easier Way to Invest in Real Estate Building an investment portfolio can include more than just stocks and bonds. You may...