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.

Betterment Robo-Advisor 2024 Review Our review of Betterment looks at the robo-advisor's fees, account options, portfolio options, and any additional investing resources. Zynlo Bank Tomorrow Savings Account 2024 Review Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Zynlo Bank Tomorrow Savings Account 2024 Review The Zynlo Bank Tomorrow Savings Account offers a great incentive to save in the... 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 Learn how to buy shares of the Google, the tech giant known for its search engine and tech products. 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 Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Why Banks Make It So Hard to Get Those New Account Bonuses The other day I was scouting out new bank account promotions and I came across a... 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 Figuring out how to make the most of your credit score when it's not exactly perfect isn't necessarily as difficult as you'd think. 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....