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The Dividend Guy Blog

Unconventional Lifestyle and Dividend Growth Strategy

Passionate DivInvestor, Father of 3 & Retired from the corporate world at 35.

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The Elephant in the Room–March Dividend Income Report

In 2016, I made a life-changing decision: I took a sabbatical, put my family in a small RV, and drove 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 […]

Reaching FIWOOT with Dividends – Mark from My Own Advisor [Podcast]

We’re joined by Mark from My Own Advisor, who has been investing since his twenties and is now preparing for semi-retirement through a lifestyle he calls FIWOOT: Financial Independence, Work On Own Terms. We discuss saving, investing, building a flexible life, and how a hybrid investing strategy can provide both income and growth. Get ready […]

Quarterly Reviews for Dividend Investors: Your Key to Portfolio Peace of Mind

Let’s face it—most dividend investors don’t wake up excited to dig into earnings reports. It’s not exactly sipping-coffee-on-the-deck kind of fun. But reviewing your holdings quarterly? That’s not busywork—it’s your best defense against dividend surprises, sleepless nights, and “why didn’t I sell this earlier?” regrets. At Dividend Stocks Rock (DSR), we don’t believe in watching […]

Canadian Banks Ranking 2025 – Which Bank to Hold?

Let’s rank the Big 6 Canadian banks from worst to best! Whether you already hold one of these financial giants or are considering adding a bank to your portfolio, this will help you understand key strengths, weaknesses, and long-term investment potential. Here’s the good, the bad, and the boring. Looking for other stock ideas? Download […]

Small-Cap Dividend Stocks: Hidden Gems or High-Risk Plays? — Top US and CDN Ones

When investors think of dividend-paying stocks, they usually picture large, stable blue-chip companies. But small-cap dividend stocks—particularly in Canada and the U.S.—offer a powerful (and often overlooked) opportunity for income and long-term growth. Let’s explore why these under-the-radar stocks deserve a spot in your portfolio, how to evaluate them, and what to watch out for. […]