Brian Beers

Former Managing Editor

EXPERTISE

Investing
Banking
Economy
Sports business

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Syracuse University

About the author
Brian Beers is a former managing editor for Bankrate. He oversaw editorial coverage of banking, investing, the economy and all things money. Previously, he was the director of editorial production for CNBC Digital where he received an Emmy-nomination for the long-form digital feature "Boom, Bust and Blame: The Inside Story of America's Economic Crisis."

Brian is driven to help people learn more about their money and investments knowing that it could end up positively impacting them in a real-life financial decision someday.

His work has been published on CNBC, Investopedia, MagnifyMoney, NBC Sports, The Drive and Yahoo. He also spent a number of years as the lead digital producer of SportsBiz with Darren Rovell.

Brian holds a B.S. in finance from Syracuse University and lives in New York with his family.

Brian's latest articles

What is a trust? Types, benefits and how to set one up

You don’t have to be a member of the Rockefeller or Gates families to benefit from a trust.

7 min read Jun 30, 2025
Saving vs. investing: How are they different and which is better?

Explore the key differences between saving and investing.

6 min read Jun 30, 2025
What are index funds? A passive, diversified way to invest in a market

Index funds are an easy, low-cost way to get diversified. Are they right for your portfolio?

4 min read Jun 30, 2025
What is Coinbase and how does it work?

This guide can help beginners get started with Coinbase, a popular cryptocurrency exchange.

6 min read Jun 26, 2025
What are REITs? A guide to real estate investment trusts

One way to start investing in real estate is to buy shares of a REIT.

6 min read Jun 26, 2025
An $84 trillion wealth shift is underway, and you may soon inherit a piece of it. Here’s what to expect

Here’s how the Great Wealth Transfer may shake up your finances and how to prosper.

5 min read Jun 25, 2025
Suspending Social Security benefits: What it means and when it makes sense to do so

Here’s what to know about suspending Social Security benefits and when you might want to.

5 min read Jun 24, 2025
8 ways to take penalty-free withdrawals from your IRA or 401(k)

Need your retirement money early? Here’s when you can avoid the penalty.

6 min read Jun 23, 2025