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Rebecca Lake

Rebecca Lake

Rebecca Lake is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance (CEPF), freelance writer, and blogger whose mission is helping others learn how to master their money. Her writing has been featured on Forbes Advisor, Investopedia, SoFi, and SmartAsset. She's also the founder of Boss Single Mama, a personal finance website for moms who want to become financially savvy.

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How to Trade In Your Car

How to Trade in Your Car: Get the Most Value for Your Vehicle

Trading in a car could reduce what you pay toward the purchase of a new one. Learn how to trade in your car to get the most value.

Multicurrency Account

Multicurrency Account: How Does It Work?

Multicurrency accounts let you hold different currencies in one place, without the need for multiple foreign bank accounts.

money order

Money Order: What Is It, How Does It Work, How to Get One

Money orders offer a secure way to pay bills or send funds without requiring a bank account. Find out how they work and when you might use them.

how to open a bank account

What Do You Need to Open a Bank Account?

Ready to open a bank account? There are a few key things you'll need to get your account set up and funded.

best online business ideas

30 Ideas for Online Business Ideas You Can Start in 2024

Starting an online business can be a great way to make extra money or replace income from a regular job, and there are plenty of ideas from which to choose.

cash app scams

9 Cash App Scams You Should Know Of

Cash App is a convenient way to send and receive money, but it's important to know how to avoid scams that might cost you big.

soft inquiry

What Is a Soft Inquiry? All You Need To Know

A soft inquiry is a credit check (performed by you or someone else) that doesn’t affect your credit score.

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