A complete guide to SEP IRAs: Why those who are self-employed should take a look
The SEP IRA is designed for simplicity — especially if you own your own business.
6 min read
Nov 01, 2024
Erin Kennedy
Senior editor, Investing
EXPERTISE
- Investing
- Personal finance
- Retirement
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree in history, University of Michigan
Bankrate senior investing editor Erin Kennedy has spent over a dozen years editing and publishing in the financial media space. Her longtime goal has been to help educate people on topics in finance that can seem dull or too complex, and she embraces a reader-centered mindset.
Kennedy has worked on stock recommendations, newsletters, articles, reports and commentaries, in addition to managing several sites. She likes investing in relatively boring equities and ETFs, with the occasional spicy stock thrown in for good measure.
Erin's latest articles
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Retirement investing basics: A beginner’s guide
A great starting point for retirement investing is your employer’s 401(k) plan.
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Introduction to investing: A complete guide to learn the basics
Learn the investing basics every investor should know.
6 min read Nov 01, 2024 -
How to use Series I bonds for college savings
Some investors may be wondering whether they can use the Series I bond in place of a 529 plan.
5 min read Oct 31, 2024 -
Options expiration date: Here’s what happens and how to pick the right dates
The time remaining until an option’s expiration directly impacts its premium.
5 min read Oct 30, 2024 -
Top 4 strategies for diversifying your bond portfolio
Learn how to diversify your bond portfolio.
3 min read Oct 30, 2024 -
What is full retirement age and why it matters
This is the age when you qualify for 100 percent of your Social Security benefits.
4 min read Oct 28, 2024 -
Junk bonds: Risks, rewards and how to invest in them
Junk bonds are often issued by struggling companies with a high risk of defaulting.
4 min read Oct 24, 2024