Rebecca Lake
Contributing Author
Rebecca Lake has over a decade of experience as a money expert, researching and writing hundreds of articles on retirement, investing, budgeting, banking, loans, saving money, and more. She has been published in over 20 online finance publications, including SoFi, Forbes, Chime, CreditCards.com, Investopedia, SmartAsset, Nerdwallet, Credit Sesame, LendingTree, and more.
August 13, 2026
How do you prepare for a recession when you already struggle financially? Even in tough…
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August 13, 2026
You might be surprised at how quickly your credit score could jump. Here are a few moves that could get you big points fast.
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September 16, 2026
New data on 1,006 U.S. cardholders reveals who feels trapped in credit card debt and why they stay stuck. Learn more.
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October 25, 2026
A debt lawsuit could end with a lien on your home. Here's how it happens and what to do about it.
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May 4, 2026
Unpaid medical bills don't land you in jail, but you could get sued. Learn what can happen, and what to do about it.
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May 1, 2026
Repossession can leave you without a car, but you don't have to be stuck with leftover debt from a deficiency balance.
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October 25, 2026
Have debts you can’t pay? Don't let it cost you your tax refund.
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