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 Qualify for a Mortgage By Avoiding These Bank Account Mistakes Making sure that your banking history is up to snuff before you try to qualify for a mortgage can improve the odds of becoming a home owner. Save for a Home Down Payment Faster With 3 Lesser-Known Savings Accounts Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Save for a Home Down Payment Faster With 3 Lesser-Known Savings Accounts If you're ready to buy a home, having a sizable down payment reduces the amount... Why Independent Contractors Need an Online-Only Bank Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Why Independent Contractors Need an Online-Only Bank Independent Contractors are at a Major Financial Disadvantage As one of the 53... Why Money Transfer Between Bank Accounts Isn't Instant? Transferring money from your savings to checking when you're running low on cash can land you in trouble if the bank ends up charging you an overdraft fee. 4 Savings Options to Help Secure Your Child's Financial Future It's never too soon to start planning for your child's financial future but how successful you are in saving begins with choosing the right financial tools. 4 Financial Safety Nets Every Millennial Needs When Changing Jobs Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 4 Financial Safety Nets Every Millennial Needs When Changing Jobs Compared to older workers, millennials are more likely to make frequent job changes... 10 Most Common Money Mistakes Financially Illiterate People Make Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 10 Most Common Money Mistakes Financially Illiterate People Make We've quizzed MyBankTracker readers about their financial know-how and now we're... Still Using a Savings Account at a Big Bank? 4 Better Accounts for Your Money Saving money for long-term goals is a smart move but only if you're parking your extra cash in the right places. How to Save an Extra $5,400 a Year for Your Emergency Fund An emergency fund is a staple of a solid financial plan and if you're ready to start building yours, here's how you can add over $5,000 to it in the next year. Financial Planning Advice For Your 20s Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Financial Planning Advice For Your 20s Between paying down student loan debt, finding the money to save for retirement...