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

Here’s why low inflation has the Fed concerned right now

With the best job market in decades, the Fed is wondering why there isn’t more inflation.

7 min read May 07, 2019
Home seller gains slip in first quarter as home-price growth cools

Sellers get a little less and buyers pay a little less.

1 min read May 06, 2019
What not to buy in May: Swimwear, electronics and patio furniture

Check out our guide to find which items you can skip buying this month.

2 min read May 02, 2019
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, notes unexpectedly soft inflation

The Fed continues to delay any interest rate moves amid persistently low inflation.

4 min read May 01, 2019
What to buy in May: Mother’s Day gifts, party supplies and gym memberships

You can find plenty of great discounts online and in-store this month. Here are a few items to add to your shopping list.

3 min read May 01, 2019
Here’s how much Trump’s Fed picks could actually shake up the central bank

The Fed might find itself in a tricky situation.

7 min read Apr 30, 2019
U.S. economy blows away expectations in the first quarter, but questions remain

GDP expanded by 3.2 percent, but gains came from the typically more volatile components.

3 min read Apr 26, 2019
3 things to watch for at the Fed’s April-May meeting

The Fed will most likely hold interest rates steady, but here’s how it could still impact your wallet.

7 min read Apr 26, 2019