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 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... How to Overcome Money Problems In Your 20s Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How to Overcome Money Problems In Your 20s I have yet to hear someone say they don't miss being in their 20s. You can make... The Best Credit Cards Issued by Visa See the best Visa credit cards that you can choose from, whether you looking for great rewards or travel perks. How Can You Get Cash From a Credit Card? Find out everything you need to know about credit cash advances and how when a cash advance makes sense. Is There a Way to Get Your Credit Score for Free? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Is There a Way to Get Your Credit Score for Free? Your financial health can be measured in lots of ways. Having money in the bank... Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) Programs: What You Need To Know Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) Programs: What You Need To Know Graduating from college is a huge accomplishment and one that’s certainly worth... The Best Checking Accounts for Military Personnel Find out which free checking accounts are best for people in the military considering the many benefits offered to active-duty servicemembers. 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...