Readers of this space know that the primary focus of my income portfolio is to create ever-increasing income by investing in dividend growth securities. This means that often I will choose a lower yielding security with better dividend growth prospects over a higher yielding security. However, as one that values diversity, I also invest in some high yield securities. Here are some of the better performers, along with my life-to-date return:
Wed. Feb. 10, 2010
classics, commentary
Five High-Yield Positive Return Investments *
Sat. Jan. 9, 2010
progress
Progress Update – December 2009 *
Once again it is time for a goals/progress update. I am pleased to report that annualized dividend income rose in December, extending the streak to 10 months after February 2009′s decline. Since I began publicly tracking annualized dividend income in November 2007, it has increased in 24 of the last 25 months.
Sat. Nov. 7, 2009
progress
Progress Update – October 2009 *
Once again it is time for a goals/progress update. I am pleased to report that annualized dividend income rose in October, extending the streak to 8 months after February 2009′s decline. Since I began publicly tracking annualized dividend income in November 2007, it has increased in 22 of the last 23 months.
Wed. Sep. 23, 2009
classics, commentary
High Yield, High Risk Dividend Stocks *
It is not unusual after I publish a list of stocks to get a comment or two asking why those stocks and not these stocks. Often the real thrust of the question is why buy those low yield stocks when you can buy these high yield stocks. The answer involves risk and its management.
Wed. May. 6, 2009
classics, commentary
Are ETFs and CEFs Good Income Investments? *
Dividend investing is not about buying high-yield stocks to generate a high income. Instead, dividend investing is all about finding solid dividend stocks that are reasonably priced and are expected to continue raising their dividends in the future. Most of the time their current yields aren’t eye-popping, but the growing divdends over time will more than compensate for the current yield. So, are Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and Closed Ended Funds (CEFs) a good fit for this strategy?
Wed. Apr. 15, 2009
commentary
International Income Investing *
Any investor that understands the merits of asset allocation also understands the importance of including an international allocation in their portfolio. The concept is that in “normal” times there is always a market somewhere in the world rallying. To meet my set international allocation, I have focused on the following four areas of my overall portfolio:
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Sat. Feb. 7, 2009
progress
Progress Update – January 2009 *
Once again it is time for a goals/progress update. I am pleased to say that my annualized dividend income increased for the month, keeping alive the string of 14 consecutive months of increases dating back to December 2007 when I began tracking it. As noted in December, 2009 will be a challenge to keep the string going. January saw Pfsier (PFE) cutting its dividend. With each cut and subsequent sale, my dividend portfolio becomes stronger. In January, I continued to lower my exposure to funds that appear headed to toward a dividend cut.
Tue. Nov. 18, 2008
process
Measuring Dividend Stocks Investment Risk Profile *
As part of defining your investing process, don’t forget to spend some time understanding risk. Seasoned investors will tell you that you should know your risk profile before starting to invest. There are several tools available on the web to help you gauge your risk profile. Here are a few:
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Thu. Nov. 13, 2008
classics, commentary
Searching the World For The Best Dividend Stocks *
Most people would agree that an asset allocation should include a defined percentage dedicated to international investments. As a dividend investor, this has been one of the more difficult allocations within my portfolio. I have identified several difficulties in locating, acquiring and owning international stocks:
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Stocks That Pay Monthly Dividends *
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