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.

How to Pay Off $100,000 in Student Loans Learn how you can pay down your high amounts of student loan debt when you're struggling to make payments. Find out about other programs that can help you with loan forgiveness, consolidation, refinancing, forbearance, deferment, and more. What Are Interest-Only Repayment Plans for Student Loans? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake What Are Interest-Only Repayment Plans for Student Loans? With student loan debt being such a burden on your finances, you might take steps... 5 Strategies How to Finance a Gap Year Before College Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 5 Strategies How to Finance a Gap Year Before College These days, a college degree is pretty much mandatory to gain entrance into the... What to Do When Your Online Bank Goes Under Hearing that your bank is going out of business can be scary but knowing what to do if your bank fails can make the transition a little less stressful. How to Stop Your Impulsive Shopping Emotional spending can kill your budget and leave you knee-deep in debt. If your spending is out of control, there are some things you can do to rein it in. Should You Postpone a Wedding to Pay Off Student Loan Debt? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Should You Postpone a Wedding to Pay Off Student Loan Debt? Getting married is a major life milestone but it doesn't come cheap. On average,... 4 Instances When Spending Helps You Save Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 4 Instances When Spending Helps You Save Credit cards can be a double-edged sword if you're not careful about how you use... 4 Times You Shouldn't Pay Off Your Student Loans Early When it comes to paying off student loans, faster isn't necessarily better. There are some situations where slow and steady is the much smarter approach. Why Virtual Credit Card Numbers Aren't Worth It Virtual credit card numbers can deter identity thieves from stealing your banking information but they can also making shopping online more problematic. 4 Rules for Paying Off Debt With Cash Savings Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 4 Rules for Paying Off Debt With Cash Savings Being in debt can put a serious strain on your finances and your state of mind,...