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.

Zynlo Bank Tomorrow Savings Account 2024 Review Our review of the Zynlo Bank Tomorrow Savings account looks at the account fees, interest rates, and interesting features that help you grow your savings. How to Get a Great Mortgage Rate With 650-699 Fair Credit Score Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How to Get a Great Mortgage Rate With 650-699 Fair Credit Score Buying a home is equal parts excitement and headache. It's exciting because it... How to Buy Google Stock: Invest in Shares of the Tech Giant Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How to Buy Google Stock: Invest in Shares of the Tech Giant Google is one of the most well-known tech brands on the market. If you use... Best Online Brokers for Free Stock Trades in 2024 Find out which online brokerages are the best for unlimited, free trades on stocks and ETFs to help minimize the commissions on buy and sell orders. Why Banks Make It So Hard to Get Those New Account Bonuses Scoring some free cash from your bank sounds like a good deal but meeting the requirements to get a new account bonus may be easier said than done. How Many Overdraft Fees Can Your Bank Charge You In One Day? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How Many Overdraft Fees Can Your Bank Charge You In One Day? Overdraft fees are one of the most annoying charges bank customers face,... 3 Myths of a 650 Credit Score, Busted Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 3 Myths of a 650 Credit Score, Busted MyBankTracker previously covered what it means to have a credit score in the 600... Why Opening a Joint Checking Account is Risky Joint bank accounts make good financial sense for some couples, but there are certain disadvantages both parties should be aware of before opening one. The Best Credit Unions for Personal Loans We analyzed the personal loans offered by the largest credit unions that have easy membership requirements - and chose the best options for borrowers. The Best Credit Cards for Millennials Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake The Best Credit Cards for Millennials When it comes to Millennials and credit cards, it’s a complicated...