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Rebecca Betterton

Writer, Auto Loans and Personal Loans
  • 4
    Years of experience
Ribbon Icon EXPERTISE
  • Auto Loans
  • Personal loans
  • Personal finance
  • Budgeting
Education Icon 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 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

Report Predicts Fed Interest Rate Actions Likely To Send More Car Shop

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Insight: Scratched EV battery? Your insurer may have to junk the whole

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How to get preapproved for a car loan and gain negotiation power

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New car prices are finally coming down. But not by much

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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

  • Afterpay

    Afterpay is a buy now, pay later app that has a loyalty rewards program and a 0% interest option when you pay in four installments.

    6 min read Sep 12, 2025

  • Old National Bank

    This Illinois-based bank offers personal loans for home improvements and more, but you’ll have to be a resident of one of 24 states to qualify.

    4 min read Aug 06, 2025

  • Dave Cash Advance App

    If you’re cash-strapped and get hit with a sudden expense, Dave App allows you to tap into your next paycheck, without hefty fees.

    5 min read Aug 06, 2025

  • Ally auto loan refinancing: 2024 review

    Ally is a direct lender that offers a streamlined digital auto financing experience for individuals looking to refinance their current vehicle or buy out their lease.

    6 min read Jul 18, 2025