What is Bitcoin mining and how does it work?
Here are the basics on how Bitcoin mining works and some key risks to be aware of.
5 min read
Sep 27, 2022
About the author
Bankrate reporter Brian Baker covers investing and retirement. He has previous experience as an industry analyst at an investment firm. Baker is passionate about helping people make sense of complicated financial topics so that they can plan for their financial futures.
Expertise
Investing, behavioral finance, stock analysis and valuation
Experience
Brian is a financial analyst with prior experience in research at a valuation-based investment firm. He has also reported on regulatory issues surrounding mergers and acquisitions, antitrust and trade.
Education
Baker has a bachelor’s degree in finance from Michigan State University and a master’s degree in journalism from Northwestern University.
Brian's Latest Articles
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Survey: 10-year Treasury yield to hold steady over the next year, experts say
Analysts were almost evenly split between those expecting higher rates and lower rates.
4 min read Sep 27, 2022 -
Survey: Analysts foresee 12% rise in stock market over next 12 months
This group of experts foresees a 12 percent increase in the S&P 500 over the next 12 months.
6 min read Sep 27, 2022 -
What to do when you’re the executor of an estate
Handling the affairs of a deceased loved one doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
4 min read Sep 21, 2022 -
Annuity vs. IRA: What’s the difference?
Not sure about the difference between an annuity and an IRA? We’ll tell you what you need to know.
4 min read Sep 16, 2022 -
Investing basics for kids: How to teach children to save and invest in 2022
Not sure where to start when it comes to your kids and investing? Here’s what you should know.
9 min read Sep 13, 2022 -
Bid-ask spread: What it is and how it works
Everything investors and traders should know about the bid-ask spread.
2 min read Sep 09, 2022 -
Bear market survival guide for all ages
How to handle a bear market whether you’re in your 20s or already retired.
4 min read Sep 09, 2022 -
Warren Buffett in 2022: What you can learn from one of the world’s best investors
Here’s what else you should know about Warren Buffett, his investment approach and largest holdings.
8 min read Sep 07, 2022 -
What is alpha in investing?
What investors should know about alpha and how it is generated.
3 min read Sep 06, 2022 -
What is a hostile takeover?
Everything investors should know about hostile takeovers and how companies defend against them.
4 min read Sep 01, 2022 -
What is a stock market correction?
Heard of a stock-market correction, but not quite sure what it means? We’ll help you understand what investors are talking about.
3 min read Sep 01, 2022 -
Dividend stocks: What they are and how to invest in them
These cash payments can account for a significant portion of investors’ total return over time.
6 min read Aug 31, 2022 -
5 ways to lose money on bonds
Think bonds are riskless? Think again. Here are five ways you can lose money investing in bonds.
3 min read Aug 25, 2022 -
Best time of the year to retire for tax purposes
When you retire can potentially have a big impact on your retirement income and the taxes you owe.
3 min read Aug 25, 2022 -
Best financial ETFs: Top funds for banks, insurers and REITs
Looking to invest in the financial sector? Here are some ETFs to consider for your portfolio.
4 min read Aug 23, 2022 -
6 important SEC filings every stock investor should know about
Think SEC filings are boring? Think again. Here are the key filings every investor should know.
6 min read Aug 23, 2022 -
Warren Buffett’s portfolio: Here are the stocks Berkshire Hathaway is buying or selling
Here are the latest changes to Berkshire Hathaway’s portfolio and Buffett’s top bets.
4 min read Aug 15, 2022 -
How to invest in virtual real estate in 2022
Virtual real estate may hold the potential for profits if the metaverse continues to grow.
6 min read Aug 15, 2022 -
10 high-dividend stocks and how to invest in them
These 10 stocks can give your portfolio a boost of income.
4 min read Aug 12, 2022