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.

5 Steps You Must Take to Start Saving for Retirement In Your 30s Your 20s are a prime time to start saving for retirement but if you are already in your 30s, there is still time to build a financial cushion for the future. How Personal Loans Differ From Payday Loans Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How Personal Loans Differ From Payday Loans When you need money quickly, you may be wondering what the best choice is for... Paying Off Student Loans vs. Investing: What To Consider Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Paying Off Student Loans vs. Investing: What To Consider Flickr | Between crippling student loan debt and slim prospects on the job front,... Retirement for Millennials: What You're Doing Right (And Wrong) 4 Retirement Myths Millennials Can't Afford to Believe Believing certain retirement myths can seriously delay your savings and if you‘re still in your 20s, there's no time like the present to get started. 5 Costly Last-Minute Tax Mistakes to Avoid Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 5 Costly Last-Minute Tax Mistakes to Avoid Before you know it, the April tax deadline will be right upon us. Get a leg up... How to Compare IRA Accounts vs. IRA CDs Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How to Compare IRA Accounts vs. IRA CDs IRAs come in two basic flavors: traditional and Roth but you also have a third option... 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 Getting your first job is a big deal, especially if you're suddenly raking in the dough. Here are the best saving tips to help you make the most of it. 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...