Some stocks are loved by most investors—but not by Mike. We unpack a few “top holdings” from the Dividend Stocks Rock member list and explain why popularity doesn’t automatically equal portfolio quality. You’ll also hear the real issue hiding behind each name: dividend momentum, business momentum, and whether the story still matches your rules. Download the 50 Most Popular Stocks Guide If you’ve ever stared at a watchlist and thought, “Where do I even start?”, this is a shortcut to better …
Dividend Income for Life—Stop Chasing Yield and Start Controlling Your Paycheque
When it comes to building a retirement portfolio, the dream is simple: an income stream that lasts as long as you do. But here’s the part most investors don’t like hearing: you don’t get there by shopping for the highest yield. You get there by building a portfolio that can keep producing cash flow and preserve (or grow) your capital across complete market cycles. This is precisely why I created the Dividend Income for Life Guide—a practical roadmap to help you build a retirement income …
How to Invest in 2026 [Podcast Series]
This New Year mini-series is built for investors who want a clear plan for 2026—without drowning in market noise. Across six quick episodes, Mike and Vero cover where markets were in 2025, what could derail portfolios in 2026, how to think about high-yield stocks safely, and how to tighten your process so you can invest with conviction. (Quick reminder: this is for information and education—not personal financial advice.) How to Invest in 2026: Series Intro (Jan 1st) Mike and Vero kick …
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The 50 Most Popular Stocks at Dividend Stocks Rock (and what they say about building wealth)
Every year, I like to step back and ask a simple question: what are seasoned dividend growth investors actually holding? Not what’s trending on social media. Not what’s getting hyped on TV. I’m talking about real portfolios—built over time by people who are already well on their way to financial freedom. That’s exactly what this free guide is about. For the past five years, I’ve been surveying my DSR PRO database to identify the 50 most popular stocks held by 2,500+ members. It’s not …
Dividend Traps, Yield Chasing & Safety Metrics — What to Watch Out For With Russ Knopf (Dapper Dividends) [Podcast]
A 7% yield can look like a shortcut—until it isn’t. In this episode, Vero welcomes Russ Knopf (Dapper Dividends) to unpack how “accidentally high” yields happen, why they so often precede cuts, and the simple safety checks that keep your income on track. You’ll hear real examples, the role of free cash flow vs. EPS, and how to balance yield today with total return tomorrow. Download the Dividend Income for Life Guide for Free You'll Learn What a dividend trap …
Selling Starbucks & More Trades—November Dividend Income Report
In 2016, I made a life-changing decision: I took a sabbatical, put my family in a small RV, and we drove all the way to Costa Rica. Upon my return in 2017, I officially quit my job as a private banker at National Bank and started working full-time on my baby: Dividend Stocks Rock. I also decided to manage my pension account held at the National Bank. I’ve built and managed this portfolio publicly since 2017 to create and track a real-life case study. In August 2017, I received $108,760.02 in a …
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