I have invested in dividends for 25 years—These stocks define my whole dividend strategy

I have invested in dividends for 25 years—These stocks define my whole dividend strategy

Key Points You can pack your portfolio with dividend payers to juice your returns over the long run. At the same time, the cornerstone of your strategy should be solid companies, not just the biggest yield. Are you ahead, or behind on retirement? SmartAsset’s free tool can match you with a financial advisor in minutes to help you answer that today. Each advisor has been carefully vetted, and must act in your best interests. Don’t waste anothe…

Why it's Smart to Befriend Dividends in an Uncertain Market

Dividends can be your friend when the market is topsy-turvy. Stocks can quickly decline. However, if you pick your dividends wisely, your dividend stream can remain resilient (and even grow if you are lucky). Dividend income can offset any temporary losses. It can act like ballast that balances the overall returns of a portfolio during a market storm. While I don’t recommend a portfolio of only dividend stocks, it is a good idea to befriend a …