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.

What to Do When Your Online Bank Goes Under Hearing that your bank is going out of business can be scary but knowing what to do if your bank fails can make the transition a little less stressful. How to Stop Your Impulsive Shopping Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake How to Stop Your Impulsive Shopping If your first instinct is to head to the mall for a little bit of retail therapy... Should You Postpone a Wedding to Pay Off Student Loan Debt? Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Should You Postpone a Wedding to Pay Off Student Loan Debt? Getting married is a major life milestone but it doesn't come cheap. On average,... 4 Instances When Spending Helps You Save Credit is convenient but there are some situations where you're better off relying on cash. We've got some tips for how you can spend more to save more. 4 Times You Shouldn't Pay Off Your Student Loans Early When it comes to paying off student loans, faster isn't necessarily better. There are some situations where slow and steady is the much smarter approach. Why Virtual Credit Card Numbers Aren't Worth It Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Why Virtual Credit Card Numbers Aren't Worth It Virtual credit card numbers are designed to keep your banking information safe... 4 Rules for Paying Off Debt With Cash Savings Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake 4 Rules for Paying Off Debt With Cash Savings Being in debt can put a serious strain on your finances and your state of mind,... TD Bank Credit Cards 2024 Review TD Bank is know for great branch hours but it also offers credit cards. See which ones offer the best rewards programs, either in cash back or travel rewards. Credit One Bank Cash Back Rewards Platinum Visa Credit Card 2024 Review Rebuild good credit and earn cash back rewards with the Credit One Bank® Cash Back Rewards Platinum Visa Card. It's not a secured credit card. Amazon Prime Rewards Credit Card 2024 Review Photo of Rebecca Lake Rebecca Lake Amazon Prime Rewards Credit Card 2024 Review Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature card Imagine earning 5% back on every single...