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 Online Brokers for Free Stock Trades in 2024 Find out which online brokerages are the best for unlimited, free trades on stocks and ETFs to help minimize the commissions on buy and sell orders. How Many Overdraft Fees Can Your Bank Charge You In One Day? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How Many Overdraft Fees Can Your Bank Charge You In One Day? Overdraft fees are one of the most annoying charges bank customers face,... 3 Myths of a 650 Credit Score, Busted Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 3 Myths of a 650 Credit Score, Busted MyBankTracker previously covered what it means to have a credit score in the 600... The Best Credit Unions for Personal Loans We analyzed the personal loans offered by the largest credit unions that have easy membership requirements - and chose the best options for borrowers. The Best Credit Cards for Millennials Every generation has different financial needs. For young adults looking to build credit and earn travel rewards, these are the best credit cards to use. What New Grads Need to Know About Filing Taxes for the First Time Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake What New Grads Need to Know About Filing Taxes for the First Time Flickr |... 4 Options to Consider When You Can't Pay Your Tax Bill Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 4 Options to Consider When You Can't Pay Your Tax Bill Tax day is finally here and the clock is ticking to get your return in. You've got... How to Get the Saver's Credit (Tax Credit) When You Save for Retirement Putting away money for retirement in your 20s should be a top priority and you can benefit even more by taking advantage of the tax saver's credit. What to Know About the Discover Free FICO Score Program Find out whether you should use the free FICO score program from Discover. Learn how it works, who can use it, and what it costs. Pay Off Your Student Loans or Open an IRA: What Should You Do? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Pay Off Your Student Loans or Open an IRA: What Should You Do? Paying off student loans and saving money in an individual retirement account...