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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

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Oct 5, 2018 by Matt Frankel

Vanguard Target Retirement 2055 Fund: Helping Millennials Save the Right Way

This fund can be a one-stop retirement investing solution.

bank of america HIRES

Jul 6, 2016 by Matt Frankel

Passing the Stress Test is Worth Billions to These 3 Banks

It's not the dividend increases that are important to these banks' shareholders.

Money in a bag

Jul 6, 2016 by Matt Frankel

Why National Retail Properties Is Up 33% in 2016

Why has this retail REIT delivered such outstanding performance this year?

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Jul 6, 2016 by Matt Frankel

Why Realty Income Is Up 35% in 2016

This leading retail REIT has produced incredible returns so far this year, but why?

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Jul 6, 2018 by Matt Frankel

Vanguard Target Retirement 2030 Fund: A Smart Way to Invest After 50

If you're about 15 years from retirement, this fund could be for you.

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Jul 5, 2017 by Matt Frankel

Vanguard Target Retirement 2020 Fund: Are You Planning to Retire in the Next 5 Years?

Vanguard target-date funds help take the guesswork out of asset allocation, and if you're near retirement, the one tickered VTWNX is among your best choices to combine safety and growth.

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Jul 1, 2016 by Matt Frankel

3 Stocks That Cut You a Check Each Month

If you don't like waiting three months for your next dividend payment, give these three stocks a look.

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Nov 24, 2018 by Matt Frankel

Warren Buffett: This Is the Best Investment Most People Can Buy

Given his reputation as an expert stock-picker, Buffett's investment recommendation might surprise you.

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Dec 7, 2016 by Matt Frankel

3 Best Dividend Aristocrats to Buy Now

By definition, Dividend Aristocrats are reliable performers on quarterly payouts, but these top picks are great investments whether you are looking for growth stocks or income stocks.

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Jun 29, 2016 by Matt Frankel

Warren Buffett Is Sticking With American Express, and So Am I

Despite headwinds facing the business, Buffett has no reason to sell his massive American Express stake.

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Jun 29, 2016 by Matt Frankel

The Vanguard Target Retirement 2040 Fund Can Help Generation X Invest the Right Way

If you're planning to retire in 25 years or so, this fund can make investing for retirement simple.

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Jun 26, 2016 by Matt Frankel

The Average American Doesn't Own Stocks -- Here's Why They Should

Less than half of Americans have any money in the stock market -- even through their retirement accounts.

Mutual funds

Jun 25, 2016 by Matt Frankel

How to Invest in Mutual Funds

Mutual funds can be great ways to invest if you don't want to choose individual stocks. Here's how to get started.

Brexit

Jun 24, 2016 by Matt Frankel

2 Stocks Actually Rising After the Brexit Vote

Believe it or not, these stocks spiked after the Brexit vote. Here's why.

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Jun 24, 2016 by Matt Frankel

Brexit Hammers Goldman Sachs Shares

Investment banks such as Goldman Sachs are getting crushed in the wake of the Brexit vote. Here's why.

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Jun 24, 2016 by Matt Frankel

3 Banking Stocks Pummeled by the Brexit Vote

The Brexit vote is hitting bank stocks hard. If you like bargains, here are three that are worth a look.

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Jun 24, 2016 by Matt Frankel

Brexit Hammers Morgan Stanley’s Shares

Morgan Stanley is getting hit harder than most other banks after the Brexit surprise.

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Oct 10, 2018 by Matt Frankel

What Is the Social Security Tax Rate?

The Social Security tax rate is 12.4%, but only half is paid by employees, and only income below a certain limit is included.

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Jun 22, 2016 by Matt Frankel

The 1 Stock I Would Buy Right Now

This healthcare REIT is attractively valued and has lots of long-term potential.

Couple retirement planning

Jun 19, 2016 by Matt Frankel

Social Security: 5 Reasons Not to File for Benefits at 67

If you were born after 1959, your full Social Security retirement age is 67. Here are five reasons this might not be the best age to start receiving benefits.

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