Why US Corruption Will Never End (Congress Won’t Let It)
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Why US Corruption Will Never End (Congress Won’t Let It)

Passive income investing dividend can be an effective strategy. However, investors seeking passive income need to focus on the right metrics. A high yield can be tempting, but it could also signal structural problems like unsustainable payouts or a reliance on debt for growth. Instead, focus on reliable companies that can grow their dividends consistently […]

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How I’m Investing Right Now
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How I’m Investing Right Now

Investing in dividends can help generate passive income, and the preferential tax treatment (as long-term capital gains) of qualified dividends can enhance after-tax returns. However, yield alone shouldn’t drive investing decisions. Investors should consider the company’s dividend growth history and avoid companies with unsustainable-looking payout ratios. High payout ratios can signal financial distress and result […]

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Why Waking Up in a Hospital Made Me Rethink My Dividend Portfolio
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Why Waking Up in a Hospital Made Me Rethink My Dividend Portfolio

Dividend investing can help to boost passive income. However, it requires careful selection of stocks. Avoid chasing yields that look too good to be true and focus on a company’s financial health and dividend history. Assessing metrics like the payout ratio can help to evaluate if a dividend is sustainable. It’s also worth checking whether […]

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Major Income Portfolio Update AND YieldMax ETF Shake-Up!
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Major Income Portfolio Update AND YieldMax ETF Shake-Up!

Passive income investing dividend Look for stable, reliable companies whose dividend payouts are likely to increase. Avoid those that have high yields that could indicate trouble. A lower yield that steadily grows trumps unsustainable-looking yields. You may also want to check out how much of the company’s profits go towards dividends, which can eat into […]

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The Safest Investments Right Now
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The Safest Investments Right Now

Passive income investing dividend The OG of passive income. Instead of drop-shipping collapsable silicone cups or hosting Tupperware parties, focus on reliable companies with a history of increasing earnings and consistently raising their dividends over time. It’s also important to avoid high yields that look too good to be true. Screening for high yields often […]

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Where Is America’s Gold?
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Where Is America’s Gold?

Passive income investing dividend is a solid strategy, but there are some pitfalls. Avoid chasing high yields that may prove illusory, and focus on a company’s ability to grow its dividend consistently. Also, prioritize qualified dividends that are taxed at lower rates than ordinary income.

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I Tested the 60/40 Retirement Portfolio AND Made it Better!
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I Tested the 60/40 Retirement Portfolio AND Made it Better!

When companies make a profit, they can either keep it and reinvest in growth or distribute it to shareholders. Investing in dividend stocks with reliable track records of increasing their dividends over time can help support your financial goals. But not all dividends are created equal. Look beyond the glitzy yields to evaluate each company’s […]

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The Government Lied About Jobs
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The Government Lied About Jobs

Passive income investing is not all about Youtube videos and Tupperware parties. Instead, consider investing in dividend stocks. A good dividend investment strategy looks beyond current yield and focuses on companies with consistent track records. It also considers whether dividends qualify as qualified and taxed at lower rates.

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First-Time Homebuyers Are Disappearing
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First-Time Homebuyers Are Disappearing

The best dividend stocks have steady track records of raising payouts over time. Moreover, they don’t overpay. If a dividend yield seems too high, it might mean the company is starting from a low base or has a history of unsustainable increases (WSJ). Focus on the dividend growth rate and evaluate factors like earnings stability […]

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America’s Economy Just Broke (The Jobs Were Fake)
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America’s Economy Just Broke (The Jobs Were Fake)

The best dividend stocks are able to consistently grow their per-share dividend over time. This is a good indicator of financial resilience. Chasing dividend yield is counterproductive, however. A high yield often signals that a company could be facing trouble and is likely to cut its dividend in the future.

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