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 Save More With the Fidelity Rewards Visa Signature Card The Fidelity Rewards Visa Signature credit card offers the best cash back rate that's good for increase investing funds in Fidelity accounts. Best Credit Cards in California for 2023 Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Best Credit Cards in California for 2023 There's a lot to consider when choosing a credit card, including where you... Travel Credit Cards That Can Keep a Shark Attack From Ruining Your Summer Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Travel Credit Cards That Can Keep a Shark Attack From Ruining Your Summer Although it may feel like summer is flying by, one thing that is slowly creeping... How to Avoid Chase No Cash Deposit Policy if You Refuse to Open Chase Account Getting around Chase's no-cash deposit policy without opening a Chase bank account isn't impossible but it may cost you extra time or money to do it. Why a Signature is Required on the Back of Your Credit Card Your credit card signature identifies the card as belonging to you but in terms of security, it's not an absolute guarantee against identity theft. 4 Simple Ways to Triple Your Travel Rewards Points Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 4 Simple Ways to Triple Your Travel Rewards Points Rewards credit cards are great for scoring free travel and you can get even more... The Worst Travel Credit Card Mistakes That Will Cost You a Free Flight Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake The Worst Travel Credit Card Mistakes That Will Cost You a Free Flight   When travel season hits you will want to cash in on those miles or points... Paying Your Taxes With a Credit Card vs. Personal Bank Loan: Which Is Cheaper? Figure out if you should pay taxes with a credit card or personal loan when you're struggling financially. See which options will help you save more money. How to Earn Credit Card Rewards on Student Loan Payments When weighing whether to pay student loans with a credit card, it's important to consider what kind of rewards you can earn and how much money you can save. How to Use Mint to Budget for the New Year Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How to Use Mint to Budget for the New Year It's officially January and that means the new year has just begun. As 2021 just...