Articles by Rebecca Lake
The True Cost of Lying On Your Mortgage Application (Even the 'White Lies')
Telling a few white lies on your mortgage application may seem harmless enough but it comes with some expensive consequences if you're found out.
Rebecca Lake
Mortgage Closing Costs and Fees Explained
What are closing costs?
In a nutshell, closing costs are the fees that have to...
How to Pay For Study Abroad and Avoid Debt
Studying abroad can be a life changer but it's not one that comes...
3 Lies the Media Uses to Try to Scare You Into Saving More
News headlines are always full of stories about how people just aren't saving money but media scare tactics alone aren't enough to drive up the savings rate.
Rebecca Lake
Should You Contribute to Your 401(k) or Pay Down Your Mortgage?
Paying off your mortgage ahead of schedule makes sense when you're trying to free up extra cash but investing offers a bigger bang for your buck.
Rebecca Lake
What I’ve Learned So Far About Buying a Home
Buying a home is the major financial step, and it’s not something you can go into...
Why Defaulting on Student Loans is a Bad Idea?
If you read the news, you've no doubt heard of Lee Siegel and his recent defense of...
6 Private Student Loan Facts Lenders Avoid to Emphasize
Financing a degree can be a wise investment but if you're in the dark about these private student loan facts, you could be setting yourself up for trouble.
Rebecca Lake
What You Should Do During Your Student Loan Grace Period
Learn about the steps you can take during your student loan's grace period in order to ensure that you're prepared to repay your college debt and save money.
Rebecca Lake
Comprehensive Guide to Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
Saving an emergency fund or buying a home can be tough when student loan payments...









