Can you really retire on a 25% yield? We dive into the buzzworthy Harvest Diversified High Income ETF (HHIS.TO)—a high-yield ETF promising monthly income and exposure to trending growth stocks. Let's explore whether HHIS is a sustainable income solution or simply too good to be true. You’ll learn how the fund is structured, what’s behind its massive distribution, and the trade-offs investors need to consider. You'll Learn The Appeal of Covered Call ETFs Has Grown FastCovered call ETFs are …
Dividend Growth Investing vs. The Market – Who Wins? (Part 1)
A side-by-side look at how dividend growth ETFs compare to the overall market across different market cycles. How does dividend growth investing perform compared to the broader market? More importantly—how does it feel to be a dividend investor in both bull and bear markets? This post was inspired by Peter, a long-time DSR member (since 2017!!!!): how do dividend growth stocks perform during various types of markets—whether it's a bull run, a crash, or periods of extreme volatility? To …
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ETFs + Dividend Stocks = Smarter Portfolio? How to Analyze Mixed Strategies
Many investors combine multiple strategies in their portfolios. One of the most common combos? ETFs and individual stocks. But here’s the real question: how do you analyze your portfolio when you mix both? Does it make your life easier… or way more complicated? We explore what each strategy brings to the table, how to properly review and balance your holdings, and how to avoid turning your portfolio into a confusing mess. Whether you’re 100% ETF, 100% stocks, or somewhere in between—this one …
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A Safe Place to Land: How and Where to Park Cash (Especially in Retirement)
In volatile markets, uncertainty often breeds hesitation. Over the past several months, we’ve received more questions about where to park cash than ever before—especially from retirees or those nearing retirement. You’re not alone if you’re feeling cautious or unsure. When everything feels expensive or unstable, keeping money in cash can seem like the only safe choice. But let’s unpack this a little. Is parking your cash the right long-term decision—or a temporary pause in a more important …
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How to Craft an Investment Thesis [Podcast]
We explore what it really means to craft an investment thesis—and why it’s the missing link for many investors. Let's break down the essential steps to writing one, how to use it in buy/sell decisions, and walk through two real-world examples: Alimentation Couche-Tard and BCE. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned investor, this is your guide to investing with clarity and confidence. Not Sure What to Buy—or When? Whether you’re sitting on cash or staring at a portfolio that needs a …
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A Sweet Spot Between Yield and Growth: The Best Balanced Dividend Growers for 2025
In a world full of high-yield traps and low-yield growth names, it can feel like you’re always sacrificing one part of your portfolio to strengthen another. Should you take the 5.5% yield that might not grow? Or stick with a 1.2% yielder that hikes 10% annually? Fortunately, there’s a middle ground: balanced dividend growers. These are companies with yields ranging between 2% and 5%—enough to satisfy income needs, while also offering sustainable dividend growth backed by earnings and …
