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

Recession fears are rising — 4 investments to avoid if this isn’t a drill

Avoiding certain investments during a recession can help minimize damages to your returns.

3 min read Apr 04, 2025
The stock market is whipsawing. There’s a word for that: market volatility.

Here’s what volatility is, how it’s measured and how it can affect investors.

4 min read Apr 03, 2025
Biggest stock market crashes in US history

What history has taught us about stock market crashes.

7 min read Apr 03, 2025
7 tips to build wealth in your 30s

Your 30s can bring some big life events. Here’s how to save and invest in order to tackle your goals.

8 min read Apr 02, 2025
What is Tether (USDT) and how does it work?

Here’s everything you need to know about Tether and how it works.

5 min read Mar 28, 2025
3 ways to know if your 401(k) is too aggressive

Here’s how to see if your 401(k) portfolio needs an adjustment.

9 min read Mar 28, 2025
401(k) investments to maximize your portfolio

Here’s how to build a portfolio that fits your financial goals.

7 min read Mar 24, 2025
Best alternatives to a 401(k)

Here’s where to turn if your employer’s retirement plan isn’t cutting it for you.

7 min read Mar 24, 2025