Dear Investor, I have encouraged my Dividend Hunter subscribers to put our high-yield, monthly dividends on automatic dividend reinvestment for at least the last six months. I contend that automatic reinvestment through a market downturn and recovery will quickly build wealth. Today, let me show you a little math to prove that investment hypothesis – […]
Income Investing
The Best Income Investment for the Next Market Crash
Dear Investor, It’s different this time, truly. I am speaking, of course, of the 2020 stock market crash. One effect of the pandemic-triggered market drop was large declines for every type of high-yield asset. Declines hit every income category, no matter the level of risk or safety. That was a one-time occurrence, and during the […]
Will You Be One of the 1 in 10 to Live Past Age 95?
I like to close out each year with a mentoring article. Something from the heart, out of the mainstream, and lead into the new year on a positive note. MarketWatch labeled me a RetireMentor. I enjoy sharing my life experiences, good and bad, in hopes of helping others through their journey. I’ve had some medical […]
Traditional Retirement Planning is Broken – Here’s Your Fix
Dear Reader, A recent Wall Street Journal article, “The Rules of Retirement Spending Are Changing,” did not bring good news. Instead, the article clearly reveals that traditional financial planning rules for retirement will not work for those who have diligently saved to fund a comfortable life after decades of work. I want to propose a […]
What to Look For in Earnings Reports from Dividend Stocks
Every quarter, companies report their earnings. And every quarter new investors ask what to look for in earnings reports from dividend stocks. Most companies follow a calendar quarter, so I will be digging through a flood of third-quarter earnings reports over the next four weeks. While I review hundreds of company earnings reports, I focus […]
Create a Portfolio of the Best Fixed Income Investments
Building a diversified portfolio? Fixed income is one area you don’t want to overlook. Learn where to seek the best fixed income investments.
Beginner’s Guide: How to Become an Investor in 5 Steps
Want to learn how to become an investor? Read on to learn more about investment risks and the steps you can take to start investing.
7 Types of Assets for Your Income Investing Strategy
Learn the questions to ask yourself when designing your income investing strategy and the seven investments where you can find income.
How to Find Income-Producing Assets for Your Portfolio
We’ll explain why income-producing assets can be beneficial for all investors and where to look for these income-generating investments.
Turn Any Stock into a Source of Steady Income
My email inbox regularly fills with questions about how to reach a certain level of monthly retirement income. The notes typically come from retired or nearly-retired individuals who realize their retirement savings at the financial advisor-recommended 4% annual withdrawal rate will not produce the amount of income wanted or needed. I want to share one […]