Mercedes Barba

Former senior editor, investing

EXPERTISE

Investing
Stock analysis
Retirement

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, California State University, Los Angeles
Master's degree in News and Documentary, New York University

The key to successful investing is to take action and not let fear or over-analyzing prevent you from taking advantage of the benefits of compound interest over time.
— Mercedes Barba

About the author

Mercedes Barba was a senior editor at Bankrate. Prior to this, she served as a senior editor at NextAdvisor and led the video team at Money.com, where she executive produced a short documentary that received an Emmy nomination. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her son Luke and two pet dogs.

The key to successful investing is to take action and not let fear or over-analyzing prevent you from taking advantage of the benefits of compound interest over time.
— Mercedes Barba

Mercedes's latest articles

Alternative investments: What they are and how they work

What to know before adding alternative investments to your portfolio.

2 min read Sep 01, 2023
What is a financial counselor?

Be aware of uncertified counselors who may just be pushy salespeople in disguise.

2 min read Aug 31, 2023
5 myths about Series I bonds: What to know before you buy

Here are the top five myths about Series I bonds.

3 min read Aug 25, 2023
Ratings methodology for best financial advisors

How Bankrate chooses the best financial advisors

1 min read Aug 25, 2023
The first $100,000 invested is the hardest (but the most important)

Here are some tips to help you get started.

5 min read Aug 24, 2023
The best ESG dividend stocks for high yields

Here are the biggest-yielding dividend stocks from the largest ESG fund.

3 min read Aug 24, 2023
How to avoid financial advisor scams

Signs of a financial advisor scam and how to avoid them.

4 min read Aug 24, 2023
9 in 10 Gen Z investors were active due to inflation or interest rates: Why that’s bad news – and good

Increased buying activity may lead to higher long-term returns – if investors are doing it right.

5 min read Aug 21, 2023