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.

6 Ways Millennials Should Invest $1,000 Contrary to popular belief, you don‘t need a lot of money to start investing. Here‘s a rundown of some of the best places to invest $1k. Wells Fargo Business Elite Signature Card Review Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Wells Fargo Business Elite Signature Card Review When you’re interested in earning rewards for your business, you may be wondering... Ellevest Robo-Advisor Review 2023: Investing Designed for Women Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Ellevest Robo-Advisor Review 2023: Investing Designed for Women Robo-advisors make investing more accessible and simpler by letting you build a... What to Do If Your Student Loan Sold to Another Lender If you owe student loans, it's likely they'll be sold to a different servicer at some point but making the transition is easier if you know what to expect. Learn why your student loans were sold and the steps you should take to minimize the damage caused to your finances. Top 10 Banks Customer Service Hold Times Compared When you've got a question or problem with your bank account, calling up customer service for help may end up being more time-consuming than you'd expect. What is a Renter’s Credit Score? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake What is a Renter’s Credit Score? If you’re planning to rent an apartment, one thing you need to prepare yourself... Bank Account Closed? 7 Steps You Must Take Next Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Bank Account Closed? 7 Steps You Must Take Next Maintaining a separate savings account at an online bank can act as an emergency... When to Use a Debit Card Cash Advance Learn when is the best time to use debit card cash advances when you've hit your ATM cash withdrawal limit. What Happens if Your Bank Rejected Tax Refund? Learn what happens to your tax refund when the bank rejects the direct deposit, possibly because the wrong account number was entered. How to Cope With Your Future Spouse's Overwhelming Student Loan Debt Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How to Cope With Your Future Spouse's Overwhelming Student Loan Debt One of the toughest transitions that many couples face after tying the knot is...