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 …
Bad Year for Mike’s Portfolio? [Podcast]
Mike opens the books on his 2025 performance: ~8–9% up vs. a ~20% blended benchmark (50% CA / 50% US). He owns the underperformance, walks through the trades he’s already made, and reaffirms the rules he’s followed since 2010. No panic—just process. You'll Learn A “bad year” ? a broken strategy. Mike underperformed his blended benchmark in 2025, but the dividend-growth playbook didn’t change. You’ll see how sticking to rules (dividend triangle + allocation …
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The 6 Safest Stocks to Put on Your Buy List for 2026 [Podcast]
You asked for “sleep-at-night” ideas—so we brought six dividend growers with zero or very low debt. We explain why balance-sheet strength matters, when “too little debt” is actually a red flag, and the bull/bear angles for each pick. You’ll leave with a practical checklist to vet debt risk and a shortlist you can research further—without chasing hype. Download the Top Stocks Booklet Now! You'll Learn Why (almost) no debt helps in 2026With little or no interest in …
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6 Dividend Stocks You Never Heard Of… But Should! [Podcast]
Under-the-radar doesn’t mean under-quality. We share six dividend growers most investors ignore—and explain the simple filter we used to find them. You’ll get the quick thesis, the key risks, and where each one fits in a portfolio. Do Like Thousands of Seasoned Investors: Download the Dividend Rock Star List to Start Your Research. You'll Learn Why “quiet compounders” winLesser-known names often have sticky revenue, recurring cash flows, and room to run—if you can be patient …
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Best Stocks from 2 Sectors [Podcast]
The year-end is a perfect time to refresh your buy list. We spotlight two resilient hunting grounds—Financial Services and Consumer Staples—and walk through six names worth deeper research. You’ll get the narrative, the risks, and why each could compound beyond 2026. Do Like Thousands of Seasoned Investors: Download the Dividend Rock Star List to Start Your Research. You'll Learn Why Financials still work (and for whom) Big, diversified players can earn in up and down …
Investment Rules to Safeguard Your Retirement [Podcast]
We lay out the core rules that protect your retirement plan: how to size a cash wedge, set a withdrawal policy you’ll actually keep, avoid duplicate exposure when mixing products, and review your plan annually so a market drop doesn’t derail your lifestyle. Join Retirement Loop. The doors are open for podcast listeners only today! Do not miss the reduced price! The membership gives you access to: A community of over 500 retirees (ran on Mighty Networks) where you can speak with and ask …
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