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Matt Frankel

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@MattFrankelCFP

Matt Frankel, CFP, is a contributing Motley Fool Personal Finance Expert and Stock Market Analyst covering financial and real estate sectors, plus personal finance. Prior to The Motley Fool, Matt was a high school and collegiate mathematics instructor. He holds a B.S. in Physics from University of South Carolina, an M.S. in Mathematics from Nova Southeastern University, and a graduate certificate in financial planning from Florida State University. Fun fact: Matt won a SABEW award for coverage of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

Recent Articles by Matt Frankel

House for sale 2022

Sep 26, 2024 by Matt Frankel

This Rate-Cut Winner Is Already Up 115% in 3 Months. Is It Just Getting Started?

Although this real estate disruptor has more than doubled since midyear, it could have much more upside ahead.

Older couple with check 2022

Sep 25, 2024 by Matt Frankel

This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 70

The average 70-year-old gets significantly more money than the average Social Security recipient. Here are the latest numbers.

Investor 2024

Sep 25, 2024 by Matt Frankel

2 Stocks That Could Be Big Winners From the Fed's Rate Cuts

These businesses could both benefit as rates come down, especially if the economy has a soft landing.

online lease application rental property

Sep 24, 2024 by Matt Frankel

What Is a Modified Gross Lease?

Bitcoin ETF 2024

Sep 24, 2024 by Matt Frankel

Want Cryptocurrency Exposure? Here Are 2 Bitcoin ETFs You Can Buy Right Now

These are two ways to invest in Bitcoin without buying it directly.

Man counting money 2022

Sep 24, 2024 by Matt Frankel

What Is the Dividend Payout for Disney?

Disney recently resumed its dividend after a four-year pause. Here's what you need to know.

older couple 2022

Sep 23, 2024 by Matt Frankel

Here's How to Tell if You Qualify for Spousal Social Security Benefits

Social Security spousal benefits can provide couples with additional retirement income. Here's what you need to know.

Investor 2024

Sep 21, 2024 by Matt Frankel and Tyler Crowe

These 2 Stocks Are Down in 2024 but Look Like Bargains Right Now

The stock market has performed well in 2024, but not all stocks are in the same boat.

Stock Trader 2022 a

Sep 21, 2024 by Matt Frankel

2 Stocks You've Never Heard of That Could Be Big Winners in 2025

These companies are far from being household names, but they could handsomely reward patient investors.

Couple on laptop 2023

Sep 21, 2024 by Matt Frankel

Wall Street Is Overlooking This High-Potential Stock, but I'm Not

This social media stock isn't on most investors' radars -- but it should be.

Social Security 2022

Sep 21, 2024 by Matt Frankel

Here Is the Average Social Security Benefit if You Retire Early

It's well known that claiming Social Security early results in a lower benefit, but just how low is it?

Man on couch with money 2024

Sep 20, 2024 by Matt Frankel

My Top 10 Dividend Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

With the Federal Reserve finally starting to lower interest rates, these 10 dividend stocks could be set to outperform.

Frustrated man 2022b

Sep 20, 2024 by Matt Frankel

Here Are My 3 Worst-Performing Stocks -- and Which One I'm Buying More of Now

Not all of my stocks have been winners. But not all of the stocks that are down are losers either.

Stock Trader 2022 a

Sep 20, 2024 by Matt Frankel

Small-Cap Stocks Could Have a Great 2025 -- Here Are 2 ETFs You Can Buy Right Now

The Federal Reserve just cut rates for the first time since early 2020, and it could be a big catalyst for small-cap stocks.

Confused 2023

Sep 19, 2024 by Matt Frankel

Is the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF Still a Great Investment Even With the Stock Market at an All-Time High?

The S&P 500 might be starting to look expensive. But that doesn't make a low-cost S&P 500 ETF a bad idea.

Shocked expression looking at laptop 2022

Sep 19, 2024 by Matt Frankel

This Nvidia ETF Has a Sky-High 77% Dividend Yield, but Should You Just Buy Nvidia Stock Instead?

This unique fund uses options income strategies to deliver incredible income. But it isn't without risk.

Buffett21 TMF

Sep 19, 2024 by Matt Frankel and Tyler Crowe

Warren Buffett Owns 7% of This Insurance Company -- Should You Invest Too?

This insurer was Buffett's secret stock earlier this year, and it's easy to see why he was so interested.

Social Security 2022

Sep 19, 2024 by Matt Frankel

Will Social Security Really Run Out of Money in 2035? Here's How It Could Last Decades Longer.

There's more uncertainty in the latest Social Security projections than you might think.

Find a High-Yield CD Rate

Sep 18, 2024 by Matt Frankel

What Is a Certificate of Deposit (CD)?

Stock Trader 2022 a

Sep 18, 2024 by Matt Frankel

The Fed Just Aggressively Cut Interest Rates – Here's What It Means to You

The Federal Reserve just made its first rate cut since 2020, and it will have implications for investors and consumers.

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