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.

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 Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake The Best Credit Unions for Personal Loans When you need a personal loan, the sheer variety of options can be overwhelming.... 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... The Best Ways to Pay for a Wedding With a Personal Loan or Credit Card If you don‘t have thousands of dollars tucked away in a wedding savings account, you may be looking into financing as a way to pay for your big day. Learn the pros and cons to of paying for a wedding using a personal loan or credit card. What New Grads Need to Know About Filing Taxes for the First Time From getting your documents in order to making sure you get the right credits, there are some key things to know about how to file taxes for the first time. 4 Options to Consider When You Can't Pay Your Tax Bill Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 4 Options to Consider When You Can't Pay Your Tax Bill Tax day is finally here and the clock is ticking to get your return in. You've got... How to Get the Saver's Credit (Tax Credit) When You Save for Retirement Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How to Get the Saver's Credit (Tax Credit) When You Save for Retirement For many people, taxes are not too complex. Unless you buy a house or you... What to Know About the Discover Free FICO Score Program Find out whether you should use the free FICO score program from Discover. Learn how it works, who can use it, and what it costs. Pay Off Your Student Loans or Open an IRA: What Should You Do? Find out whether it makes more financial sense to pay off your student loan debt or to open an IRA to start saving for retirement. Compare the benefits and drawbacks of each step to see how it can impact you and your money. Learn how to approach a balanced plan to pay of college debt and save for the long term. 6 Extreme Ways to Get Out of Debt for Good Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 6 Extreme Ways to Get Out of Debt for Good When you've got a big black cloud of bills hanging over you, it takes a toll on...