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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

Jul 6, 2014 by Matt Frankel

Struggling With Your Mortgage? Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Could Help You Keep Your Home

If you are still struggling to make your mortgage payments due to an adjustable-rate mortgage or a decline in your home's value, you are not alone.

Jul 6, 2014 by Matt Frankel

1 Great Way You Can Protect Your Credit

Freezing a credit report may sound like a drastic action to take after your identity is stolen, but nothing could be further from the truth.

Jul 5, 2014 by Matt Frankel

Increased Travel Spending Could Mean Big Bucks For Visa, MasterCard, and American Express

As the summer travel season reaches its peak, we could see a big boost in spending...and the fees that come with it!

Jul 5, 2014 by Matt Frankel

Warren Buffett's Biggest Secret for Success

The trick to investing like Buffett is to stop caring so much about how much your stocks will go up, and start worrying more about how much they could go down.

Jul 5, 2014 by Matt Frankel

What Does Mobile Banking Growth Mean To Bank of America?

A recent report claims Bank of America's mobile banking user base is growing by 200,000 per month. Here's why this could be a great profit-producer for the company.

Jul 2, 2014 by Matt Frankel

Is American Capital Agency or ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc. the Better Dividend Stock For You?

Not all mortgage REITs are created equal. Which of these would make a better fit for your portfolio?

Jul 1, 2014 by Matt Frankel

Should The U.S. Keep Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac Alive?

Investors have their own set of reasons why Fannie and Freddie should stick around, but there is another reason to keep the agencies open. It's good for the fragile U.S. housing recovery.

Jun 30, 2014 by Matt Frankel

Should Ally Be Worrying Now That Wells Fargo Is The Biggest U.S. Auto Lender?

According to a new report, Wells Fargo is now the top U.S. auto lender, overtaking Ally Financial. Should Ally's shareholders be worried?

Jun 30, 2014 by Matt Frankel

Why Bank of America Corp Could Take Customers From TD Ameritrade, E-Trade, and Charles Schwab

Bank of America's "Merrill Edge" brokerage business is cheaper than the competition, and the company is now giving its existing customers new incentives to invest with the bank.

Jun 29, 2014 by Matt Frankel

8 Things You'll Be Surprised to Hear Don't Go Into Your Credit Score

Here are several pieces of information that are commonly thought of as being factors in credit scoring, but are not a part of the formula at all.

Jun 29, 2014 by Matt Frankel

10 Ways To Sell Your Home Fast

Don't let your house sit on the market. With a little work, you can give yourself a huge advantage!

Jun 29, 2014 by Matt Frankel

5 Ways Rich People Use Credit

Many people think the rich don't borrow money, but the truth is quite the opposite. The difference is in what they borrow money for.

Jun 29, 2014 by Matt Frankel

How You Can Get the Lowest Mortgage Rates Possible

The mortgage rate you get can make a big difference over the long run, so how do you get the lowest mortgage rates for your next home purchase?

Jun 29, 2014 by Matt Frankel

3 Ways You Can Achieve A Top Credit Score

While anything in the mid-700s or above is generally considered to be excellent credit, a top score requires more than just responsible use of credit

Jun 28, 2014 by Matt Frankel

10 Companies That Might Happily Pay Billions in New Taxes

Lots of companies haven't brought their overseas profits back to the U.S., but there's a chance they will soon!

Jun 27, 2014 by Matt Frankel

2 Ways To Get Rich From The Strong Rental Market

Even with a flood of new supply, apartment vacancy is low and rents are on the rise. Here's how to profit from it.

Jun 26, 2014 by Matt Frankel

What Are You Really Buying With Prospect Capital Corporation?

Many investors understand Prospect and other BDCs make their money by financing small and medium-sized businesses, but are not too familiar with the actual companies that make up the portfolio. Here are some of Prospect's biggest holdings.

Jun 26, 2014 by Matt Frankel

Why Are American Express's Cardholders Happier Than Bank of America Corp or Wells Fargo's?

The J.D. Power Credit Card Satisfaction Survey found American Express has the most satisfied customers for the seventh consecutive year. What's their secret?

Jun 26, 2014 by Matt Frankel

Could This Democrat's Support Lead to Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac Going Away?

Several lawmakers have been pushing to wind down Fannie and Freddie for some time now, but have run into Democrat resistance.

Jun 25, 2014 by Matt Frankel

Why Shares of Prospect Capital Corporation Are Down 2% in 2014

There has been a lot of drama involving Prospect Capital Corp. so far in 2014. What can we expect for the rest of the year?

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