Editorial independence

Goldrush.net's core editorial rule is simple: no ranking, score, fee, minimum, premium, or recommendation goes live unless it can be sourced or clearly labeled as unpublished or unverified.

How companies are evaluated

Companies are evaluated against the published methodology: fee clarity, transparency, reputation checks, regulator/lawsuit review, complaint patterns, sales process, and practical fit for specific reader situations.

How affiliate relationships are handled

• Affiliate relationships are disclosed where they can influence reader behavior.
• Private affiliate payout terms are not published as consumer-facing claims.
• Opaque providers are penalized for opacity even if they pay more.
• Known unresolved regulatory problems can exclude a company entirely.