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.

6 Smart Moves to Make If Your FICO Score Has Improved Learn what to do next if your FICO credit score is up. There are a few things you can do to make the most of it. 4 Banking Myths You Probably Think Are True. Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 4 Banking Myths You Probably Think Are True. If you're like me, you probably question why banks do some of the things they... Can Free Credit Scores From Chase Credit Journey Help You Build Good Credit? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Can Free Credit Scores From Chase Credit Journey Help You Build Good Credit? If you've ever applied for a loan or a credit card, you know how important a good... Catch Credit Card Fraud: How Email Alerts Saved Me (Twice) Learn how to set up email alerts to catch credit card fraud before such an act of identity theft hurts your finances and credit scores. The Worst Bank Fees That Will Make You Cringe You put your money in the bank to save it, not waste it but if you're getting hit with any of these 10 worst bank fees, your balance may go down instead of up. 4 Reasons Why You're Still Not Using Credit Card Rewards Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 4 Reasons Why You're Still Not Using Credit Card Rewards Having a rewards credit cards in your wallet is pointless if you're not making the... Why You Shouldn't Use a Mortgage Broker When Buying a Home Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Why You Shouldn't Use a Mortgage Broker When Buying a Home When you buy a house, especially if you're doing it for the first time, you don't... 3 Big Mistakes that Even Experts Make with a Credit Card A credit card can be a great way to develop financial responsibility but a new survey shows that millennials aren't as savvy about using them as they think. What's the Difference Between a Balance Transfer and a Cash Advance? You can use your credit card for quick cash or to pay bills, but is it worth it? Compare cash advances vs balance transfers to see which works for you. Rejected for a Student Credit Card Application? 3 Alternatives to Consider Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Rejected for a Student Credit Card Application? 3 Alternatives to Consider A student credit card can help you build credit in college. Getting one can be...