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

IRA vs. 401(k): Which retirement plan is better?

IRA plans are held in high regard, but how do they compare to a 401(k)?

9 min read May 22, 2025
How to find an old 401(k) account: Best ways to track down your lost or forgotten funds

Not sure where those old 401(k) accounts went? Here’s how to track down your lost funds.

3 min read May 14, 2025
What are fixed index annuities? Benefits, risks and how they work

These annuities protect your principal from market losses — but there’s a catch.

6 min read May 14, 2025
Switching online brokers: Here’s how to transfer your investments to a new account

When you’re ready to take your portfolio somewhere else, this is what you’ll need to do to switch.

7 min read May 14, 2025
Certified financial planner (CFP): What they do and how much they cost

A CFP can help you reach your financial goals with guidance on saving, investing, and retirement planning.

7 min read May 14, 2025
What is DRIP Investing? Learn how to compound your wealth

Learn about the steady DRIP of stock dividend investing.

7 min read May 12, 2025
Warren Buffett to step down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO: 5 takeaways from the annual meeting

Five key takeaways from Warren Buffett at the Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting.

3 min read May 04, 2025
Allpoint ATMs near me: How to find one

Here’s how to find the nearest ATM in Allpoint’s fee-free ATM network.

2 min read Apr 28, 2025