As the last episode of 2023, Mike looks back at his dividend pension plan portfolio to see what generated his results. Get tips on how to review your own along the way and identify the next actions to make or not to make! You'll Learn Mike often mentions he reviews his portfolio quarterly. How is the yearly update different and why is it important? Which tools and metrics does the investor use to pull out his results? What benchmark does Mike use and what is his goal: beating the …
Successful Growth by Acquisition
Successful growth by acquisition makes a company grow much faster than it otherwise would. Increased revenue, higher margins and yes, sustained high dividend growth! A look at companies that thrive using this strategy. The strategy is simple: to speed up company growth, build up cash and buy other companies. Get rid of some competition and increase market share, expand in complementary products and markets, and benefit from the resources and expertise of the acquired companies, and the …
What Would Make Mike Switch Strategies – ETFs vs Dividend Growers [Podcast]
For this classic time of the year, we hit a classic topic. An investor recently asked Mike: What Would Make You Switch strategies? What an interesting angle to explore! Learn the differences between ETFs and Dividend Growth Stocks structure and investment strategy, and who they are made for. Download the Dividend Income for Life Guide! You'll Learn What are ETFs and Dividend Growth Stocks? How do they differ in terms of structure and investment strategy? How do the risks and returns …
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3-2-1, Action! – November Dividend Income Report
In September of 2017, I received slightly over $100K from my former employer, representing the commuted value of my pension plan. I decided to invest 100% of this money in dividend growth stocks. Each month, I publish my results on those investments. I don’t do this to brag. I do this to show my readers that it is possible to build a lasting portfolio during all market conditions. Some months we might appear to underperform, but you must trust the process over the long term to evaluate our …
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What are Dividend Deluxe Bonds and Do You Need Them? [Podcast]
Dividend Deluxe Bonds normally fall into the high-yield stocks. However, to be classified as a deluxe bond, they need more qualities than that... Learn how to differentiate dividend deluxe bonds from dividend traps and know if you need them! Download the Dividend Income for Life Guide! You'll Learn A dividend deluxe bond is a company that pays a yield above 4% and that provides a dividend growth policy to at least cover the inflation. What other metrics do we need to find deluxe bonds? …
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Joys and Jitters of Growth by Acquisition
In business, growth by acquisition is like the cool kid at the table - it's flashy, ambitious, and enjoys an elevated status. However, investors beware of the upsides and downsides of this strategy. I always say that offense is the best defense. For that reason, I like growth by acquisition companies. I am cautious however, because the advantages of this strategy come with risks, and not acquisitions are successful. Joys of growth by acquisition First the upsides. Picture this: a company …
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