Confused about reward rates – What’s realistic in staking?

[Tara Doridy]

I’ve been exploring crypto staking lately and see a huge range of reward rates depending on the platform or coin. Some say 5–8%, others offer 50% or more annually, which seems too good to be true. As someone who's still learning, I’m trying to understand what's actually realistic when it comes to staking rewards. How do you tell if a rate is sustainable or just hype? Any red flags to look out for?

[Iren May]

It's wise to be skeptical of these ultra-high yields - they are often either short-term promotions or tied to highly volatile tokens. Realistic, stable staking yields are usually in the range of 4-12% depending on the asset and market. I would recommend tracking the rates over time and looking at how long the project has been offering them. Personally, I use https://thecoinearn.com/ to compare and research before I buy something. It helps break down the risks into hype, especially for beginners trying to make smarter decisions.