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.

Best Credit Cards in California for 2023 See the best credit cards for Californians to maximize the rewards and perks based on major purchase categories and spending patterns. Travel Credit Cards That Can Keep a Shark Attack From Ruining Your Summer Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Travel Credit Cards That Can Keep a Shark Attack From Ruining Your Summer Although it may feel like summer is flying by, one thing that is slowly creeping... How to Avoid Chase No Cash Deposit Policy if You Refuse to Open Chase Account Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How to Avoid Chase No Cash Deposit Policy if You Refuse to Open Chase Account Chase decided to put an end to allowing people to deposit cash into accounts that... Why a Signature is Required on the Back of Your Credit Card Your credit card signature identifies the card as belonging to you but in terms of security, it's not an absolute guarantee against identity theft. 4 Simple Ways to Triple Your Travel Rewards Points If you'd like to triple your credit card rewards points you might be surprised to learn that it's easier than you think if you know what you're doing. The Worst Travel Credit Card Mistakes That Will Cost You a Free Flight Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake The Worst Travel Credit Card Mistakes That Will Cost You a Free Flight   When travel season hits you will want to cash in on those miles or points... Paying Your Taxes With a Credit Card vs. Personal Bank Loan: Which Is Cheaper? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Paying Your Taxes With a Credit Card vs. Personal Bank Loan: Which Is Cheaper? Here's what to consider if you're considering paying your taxes with a credit card vs.... How to Earn Credit Card Rewards on Student Loan Payments When weighing whether to pay student loans with a credit card, it's important to consider what kind of rewards you can earn and how much money you can save. How to Use Mint to Budget for the New Year As 2021 kicks off, it's time to start thinking ahead to the new year. We've got some helpful tips on how to use Mint to budget more effectively in 2022. The Essential Estate Planning Checklist for 20-Somethings Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake The Essential Estate Planning Checklist for 20-Somethings Estate planning usually isn't something people start thinking about until they're...