About Rebecca Lake, CEPF®
Current Role
Personal Finance Writer
Expertise
Student loans, mortgages, home-buying, credit, debt, personal loans, education planning, insurance, investing, small business
Education
Bachelor's degree in political science from the University of South Carolina
Personal Finance Experience
Rebecca began writing about personal finance in 2013 after finding herself nearly $100,000 in debt with credit cards, student loans, and a car loan. As she learned about finance and paid down the debt, she became interested in teaching others how to manage money, save, and build wealth.
Over the past decade, she's written for a number of top publications in the personal finance space, covering a wide range of topics. In 2019, she founded Boss Single Mama, a personal finance blog for moms who are interested in earning and saving more while spending less. In 2022, she became a CEPF® and continues to share her passion for finance with others.
Latest from Rebecca Lake, CEPF®
Can I Use a Home Equity Loan or HELOC to Pay Off a Car Loan?
It's possible to use a HELOC or home equity loan to pay off auto loan...
Personal Loans by State
When you need a personal loan, where you live can affect your choice of lenders and loan terms. Comparing personal loans by state...
What Is a Credit Builder Loan?
A credit builder loan is one way to build or rebuild credit history. Credit builder loans can have both pros and cons, and...
How Long Does It Take to Get a Home Equity Loan or HELOC?
Home equity loans and lines of credit can offer convenient access to cash. How long...
How to Upgrade Your Credit Card
Credit card upgrades can help you make the most of your account without the hassle of applying for a new card. Just keep...
Best Credit Card Perks Offered Today
Finding the right card can hinge on your spending habits and needs. Compare the best credit card perks from different cards to narrow...
How to Transfer Parent PLUS Loan to Student
Parent PLUS loans are a way for parents to help children pay for college. These loans aren't transferable, but there is a way...
Can a Financial Advisor Help With Student Loans?
Financial advisors can help borrowers navigate student loan repayment. If you have or are considering...
Student Loans for Truck Driving School
Federal and private student loans can pay for CDL training. How to get student loans for truck driving school depends on the program...
Student Loans for a Laptop or Desktop
You can use student loans to pay for a laptop, among other college expenses. Before you get a student loan for a laptop,...