Investing Resources | Bankrate.com (2024)

Investing Basics

What is an expense ratio?A fund with a high expense ratio could cost you 10 times – maybe more! – what you might otherwise pay.6 min read

How to invest in cryptoCryptocurrency is on fire these days and investors are looking to profit on its rise. Here’s what you need to know.7 min read

Top tax tips for investorsPay particular attention to these areas and you may find some new ways to save on what you owe.5 min read

How to deduct stock lossesHere are the ground rules for what the IRS will allow you to do with capital losses when filing your taxes.6 min read

Latest Articles

World’s most valuable technology companies in 2024
These 10 tech companies are the most valuable in the world.
7 min readMar 25, 2024
5 great ways to invest your tax refund
For a lot of people, a tax refund represents the largest influx of money they will receive all year long.
6 min readMar 25, 2024
What is an expense ratio and what’s a good one?
A fund with a high expense ratio could cost you 10 times – maybe more! – what you might otherwise pay.
6 min readMar 25, 2024
Capital gains vs. investment income: How they differ
Capital gains and investment income are taxed differently. Here’s how.
4 min readMar 25, 2024
See Also
U.S. Average Cash, Savings, and Home Equity Balances | NewRetirement How much money should I have in an emergency savings account?10 Best Investments in 2024 7 Recession-Proof Passive Income Streams You Can Rely On, According to Experts
Here’s how this finance expert creates her “lazy” investment portfolio
Because who doesn’t like getting rewarded for being lazy?
6 min readMar 25, 2024
Wash-sale rule: What to avoid when selling your losing investments
Here’s what a wash sale is and how to easily avoid it while securing your tax write-off.
6 min readMar 22, 2024
Best dividend ETFs and how to invest in them
Dividend ETFs provide a steady stream of passive income to investors, here are some of the top names to consider.
6 min readMar 22, 2024
The pros and cons of taking out a 401(k) loan
Borrowing from your 401(k) is risky, but may be worth it depending on your situation.
5 min readMar 22, 2024
Warren Buffett’s investment advice: Top 10 tips for investing success
Buffett’s wisdom seems so commonsense and practical, and yet it can lead to great wealth.
5 min readMar 22, 2024
See Also
Best CD Rates For March 2024 - Up to 5.50% | Bankrate
Reddit IPO: Here’s what to know as the social media company goes public
Here’s what you need to know about Reddit’s unusual IPO, including some key risks.
4 min readMar 21, 2024
How to start investing in cryptocurrency: A guide for beginners
Cryptocurrency is on fire these days and investors are looking to profit on its rise. Here’s what you need to know.
7 min readMar 21, 2024
7 top tax tips for investors
Pay particular attention to these areas and you may find some new ways to save on what you owe.
5 min readMar 21, 2024
How to deduct stock losses from your taxes
Here are the ground rules for what the IRS will allow you to do with capital losses when filing your taxes.
6 min readMar 21, 2024
Day trading: What it is and how to get started
Learn what the term means and the difference between casual day trading and pattern day traders.
5 min readMar 21, 2024
Private credit: What it is and how to invest
Here’s what private credit is, how it works and what risks it poses to investors.
4 min readMar 21, 2024
How to choose a financial advisor: 6 tips for finding the right one
You’re actually hiring someone to work for you, so treat it like it’s a job interview.
7 min readMar 21, 2024
How the Fed impacts stocks, crypto and other investments
The best way for most investors to approach this type of market is to stick to the long-term plan.
7 min readMar 20, 2024
12 most popular types of cryptocurrency
Here are the largest cryptocurrencies by the total dollar value of the coins in existence.
3 min readMar 20, 2024
Should you use retirement savings to pay off debt?
Early withdrawals are generally a bad idea. Taxes and penalties can be steep.
5 min readMar 14, 2024
Rebalancing your portfolio: What that means and how often to do it
Rebalancing is like a tune-up for your investments. It aligns your risk tolerance with your long-term goals.
5 min readMar 13, 2024