Rebecca Betterton
Former Writer, Auto Loans and Personal Loans
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5Years of experience
EXPERTISE
- Auto Loans
- Personal loans
- Personal finance
- Budgeting
EDUCATION
- Certified Financial Education Instructor℠, National Financial Educators Council
- Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communications, Elon University
About the author
Rebecca Betterton, a Certified Financial Education Instructor℠, is a former writer for Bankrate who has been reporting on auto loans since 2021. Through her writing, Rebecca aims to provide clarity and accessibility to the automotive loans industry as the cost of financing new and used vehicles continues to climb due to steep inflation.
She specializes in assisting readers in navigating the ins and outs of securely borrowing money to purchase a car, but recently widened her scope to cover personal loans and other debt topics. Prior to her time at Bankrate, she was a social media reporter and copywriter.
When Rebecca isn’t researching recent trends in personal finance, she is an avid runner and a lover of interior design.
Rebecca beyond Bankrate
Rebecca wants you to know
Rebecca understands the anxiety that comes with heading to a dealership. She is passionate about empowering readers to make informed financial decisions in the showroom through focused advice and guidance. Outside of that, she has spent the last year researching EV financing and trends to make it more accessible for all sorts of drivers.
Rebecca's latest articles
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Requirements for student loan refinancing
Check your credit score and pay off as much debt as you can before applying.
5 min read Nov 14, 2023 -
What is a vehicle service contract and how does it work?
You may not need one if your car comes with a manufacturer’s warranty.
4 min read Jun 13, 2023 -
What to know about short-term car leases
Looking for a less restrictive car lease? Here are options you may not have thought about.
4 min read Jun 04, 2023 -
How to avoid buying a flood car: 4 tips
The months following natural disasters aren’t the only time you may run into water-damaged cars.
6 min read Jun 03, 2023 -
Buying a car in Chapter 13 bankruptcy: How to do it
Buying a car while in bankruptcy has a few more steps than normal. Learn how to navigate the process and alternatives.
6 min read Jun 02, 2023 -
Should you get an 84-month auto loan?
An 84-month loan will reduce your monthly payments but cost more overall.
5 min read Jun 01, 2023 -
How to end a car lease early for medical reasons
Does the car lease have loopholes? If it doesn’t, there are other ways to avoid a penalty.
3 min read May 16, 2023 -
What is an acquisition fee?
This fee may be charged upfront or rolled into your loan.
3 min read May 03, 2023
