7 questions to ask before choosing a checking account
Opening a checking account is easy. Finding the right one is the hard part.
4 min read
Sep 22, 2022
Allyson Johnson, based in San Francisco, is the head of investor relations at Gateway Partners, a $1.5 billion emerging markets investment manager. In her role, she leads marketing and fundraising, with a focus on the U.S. institutional landscape. She also is a member of Bankrate's Financial Review Board.
Prior to joining Gateway, Allyson worked in Singapore for Saga Tree Capital Advisors, a boutique hedge fund manager, leading investor relations and business development, and serving as interim COO.
She began her career at Standard Chartered Bank, where she worked in New York, Singapore and Dubai over eight years. Her roles at the bank spanned investment banking, relationship management and business planning.
Allyson graduated from Duke University with a BA in Mathematics. She is a CAIA charter holder and has passed the CFA Level II examination.
Allyson's Latest Articles
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Best 5-year CD rates – September 2022
Here’s why the best 60-month CDs are more versatile than you might think.
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Best free checking accounts — September 2022
The best checking accounts are not only free, but may also offer you perks.
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Best 1-year credit union CD rates — September 2022
These credit unions pay nearly three times the average yield on a 12-month CD.
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How much money should you keep in a CD?
Some CDs require a minimum deposit of $100,000, but these accounts are not for everyone.
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How to use beta to evaluate a stock’s risk
Beta is a way of measuring a stock’s volatility compared with the overall market’s volatility.
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5 ways to cash a check without a bank account
Consumers without a bank account face hurdles when trying to cash a check.
4 min read May 25, 2022 -
What are blue chip stocks?
These companies have long-term track records of success and promising futures.
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How to save money fast: 20 ways
These simple moves can help build a cash cushion.
6 min read May 02, 2022 -
How to invest in gold: 5 ways to buy and sell it
Investors like gold for many reasons, but it comes with a number of risks.
6 min read Mar 23, 2022 -
What causes stock prices to change?
Want to know what influences stock prices? Let’s take a look at the key drivers.
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What is an IRA? How they work, types of IRAs and more
An IRA is a type of investment account with tax benefits that can help you save for retirement.
4 min read Mar 02, 2022 -
Do I have to file taxes? How much do you have to make?
You must consider three factors: your age, filing status and income.
6 min read Dec 15, 2021 -
How to file your taxes online
Most taxpayers already file electronically. Here’s a look at all the e-file options.
4 min read Sep 23, 2021 -
3 key benefits of having multiple brokerage accounts
You can get a better overall product without leaving money on the table.
3 min read Sep 07, 2021