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Rebecca Lake, CEPF®

Rebecca Lake is a certified educator in personal finance (CEPF®) and freelance writer specializing in finance.

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

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.

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®

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,...

Can You Get Student Loans Without a High School Diploma or GED?

A high school diploma or GED is often required for federal student loans, though private...

Can You Defer Student Loans While in Graduate School?

In many cases, you can defer student loans while enrolled in graduation school at least...

Do Student Loans Cover a Semester or Year?

Student loans often cover a full academic year, but you may be able to borrow on a per-semester basis if you're applying for...

What Is a HELOC Close Out Letter?

Closing a home equity line of credit may be automatic if you've paid off the balance. You can also send your lender a...

What Does a Maturity Date Mean on a HELOC?

A home equity line of credit can offer flexible access to funds. Understanding the maturity date on a HELOC can make it easier...

What Is a HELOC Statement?

A home equity line of credit can be a convenient way to borrow. Your HELOC statement can help you to keep track of...