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.

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... Easy 401(k) Hacks to Get the Most Out of Your Retirement Plan Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Easy 401(k) Hacks to Get the Most Out of Your Retirement Plan A 401(k) is one of the most powerful retirement savings tools you can have and how... 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 Banking isn't rocket science but if you're making any of these common mistakes, you're probably making it harder on yourself than you have to. 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...