About Rebecca Lake, CEPF®
Current Role
Personal Finance Writer
Expertise
- Student Loans
- Mortgages
- Home-buying
- Home Equity
- Credit
- Debt
- Personal Loans
- Education Planning
- Taxes
- Investing
- Small Business
Certifications & Degrees
- Certified Educator in Personal Finance
- 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.
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 You Use a HELOC or Home Equity Loan for Business?
Homeowners may be able to use a home equity loan or HELOC to start a...
How Do Student Loans Work?
Understanding how student loans work is important for determining whether they're the best option for covering education costs.
Can You Get Financial Aid as a Part-Time Student? [Q&A]
Even if you’re attending college part-time, you still have access to financial aid. We'll review...
Can You Refinance Student Loans Before You Graduate?
You may be able to refinance your student loans while you're still enrolled in school,...
Federal Parent PLUS Loan vs. Private Parent Student Loan: Full Comparison
Parent PLUS loans and private student loans can fill funding gaps when you’ve exhausted other...
Best Student Loans for Certificate Programs in 2025
The cost of a certificate program can add up quickly. Check out federal and private...
Mobile Home Loans: How to Finance Your Mobile or Manufactured Home
Mobile home loans aren’t the same as traditional mortgages. Are you planning on buying a...
Student Loan Deferment: When Hitting Pause Can Help You Bounce Back
Deferment is available for federal and private student loans. Understanding how it works can help...
Best Part-Time Student Loans: Guide to Financing When You’re Enrolled Less Than Full Time
If you want to attend school part-time, there are still loan options available. Both federal...
What to Do If You Maxed Out Financial Aid
Ran out of financial aid? It's a difficult situation to be in but you have options for paying for school when financial aid...