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Stefon Walters

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Stefon Walters is a contributing Motley Fool Stock Market Analyst covering retirement planning and publicly traded companies across tech, consumer goods, and financials. Stefon is a published author with over a decade teaching financial literacy. He holds a B.S. in Economics from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Fun fact: He is arguably the biggest Washington Commanders fan you'll ever meet. He bleeds burgundy and gold.

Recent Articles by Stefon Walters

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Oct 20, 2024 by Stefon Walters

Social Security Just Released the 2025 COLA. Here's What It Means for Those Receiving Spousal Benefits.

Those receiving spousal benefits can expect to receive the same increase the primary spouse receives to their retired worker benefits.

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Oct 18, 2024 by Stefon Walters

These 4 Vanguard ETFs Are All You Need for a Well-Rounded Stock Portfolio

These ETFs give you exposure to companies from all size categories and abroad.

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Oct 18, 2024 by Stefon Walters

Social Security Just Announced the 2025 COLA. Here's How It Compares to Recent Years

The 2025 COLA is below average compared to the past 50 years, but it could be worse.

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Oct 18, 2024 by Stefon Walters

The Current Bull Market Just Turned 2. History Has Good News for Investors Just Joining the Party.

Most bull markets that make it to two years make it through a full third year.

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Oct 12, 2024 by Stefon Walters

Down 55%, This Blue Chip Stock Is a Good Buy for Long-Term Investors

New leadership and a refocus on its core strengths should help Nike in this transition period.

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Oct 12, 2024 by Stefon Walters

Do You Qualify for Spousal Social Security Benefits? 3 Things to Know Before Applying.

Spousal benefits can be a major financial crutch for couples, especially when one spouse has a limited work history -- or none at all.

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Oct 12, 2024 by Stefon Walters

Looking for Consistent Passive Income? These 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Are Great Options.

These companies offer above-average dividend yields and operate in industries many consider indispensable.

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Oct 11, 2024 by Stefon Walters

History Says This Vanguard ETF Could Be Your Ticket to a Million-Dollar Portfolio

Consistent investments in the S&P 500 have carried many investors to the seven-figure mark.

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Oct 9, 2024 by Stefon Walters

Social Security Will Announce Its 2025 COLA Soon, But Workers Should Also Look Out for This Number

The wage base limit has tax and monthly benefit implications that make it worth paying attention to.

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Oct 8, 2024 by Stefon Walters

1 Growth ETF I Would Buy Hand Over Fist, and 1 I Would Be Cautious About

I would lean on the ETF that's led by some of the world's most time-tested and financially stable companies.

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Oct 7, 2024 by Stefon Walters

Down 45% From Its Peak, This Growth Stock Could Look Like a Bargain in a Few Years

With the expansion of the sports betting industry, DraftKings has a lot of industry growth to benefit from these days.

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Oct 7, 2024 by Stefon Walters

The Most Important Social Security Chart You'll Ever See

Your full retirement age determines many aspects of your Social Security benefit and earning rules.

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Sep 29, 2024 by Stefon Walters and Jeremy Bowman

Better Bull Market Buy: Coca-Cola vs PepsiCo

These two leaders in consumer staples have taken different approaches to their thriving businesses.

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Sep 27, 2024 by Stefon Walters and Howard Smith

Nike: Bull vs. Bear

The shoe company has a world-class brand, but its recent struggles have left it stagnant.

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Sep 24, 2024 by Stefon Walters

One of Social Security's Most Important Dates Is Coming Soon. Here's Why Retirees Should Be Tuned In.

The Social Security Administration will release next year's COLA on Oct. 10 on their official website.

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Sep 14, 2024 by Stefon Walters

History Says This Warren Buffett ETF Is a Must-Buy for Almost Any Investor

With an S&P 500 ETF, investors can benefit from the growth of the U.S. economy.

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Sep 13, 2024 by Stefon Walters

This Dividend Stock Is Outperforming the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones This Year -- Is It a Buy?

After years of turmoil, AT&T has been making strides to return to its roots -- and it seems to be paying off.

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Sep 13, 2024 by Stefon Walters

Should You Retire in Michigan?

The Great Lakes State offers retirees below-average pricing and favorable tax treatment.

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Sep 12, 2024 by Stefon Walters

1 Growth ETF to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid

Both ETFs come with risk, but one of these puts its faith in some of the world's top companies.

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Sep 12, 2024 by Stefon Walters

We're About 2 Months Away from the Election. History Says That May Not Be the Best News for Investors.

This time usually comes with drops in the stock market's major indexes.

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