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15 Lessons from 15 Years of Dividend Growth Investing [Podcast]

Fifteen years into dividend growth investing, Mike looks back on the lessons that shaped his strategy, his portfolio, and his mindset. This episode is a practical reflection on what actually matters over the long run: having a process, avoiding common traps, managing risk with intention, and focusing on business fundamentals instead of noise. From early investing mistakes to the evolution of the Dividend Triangle, this is a strong recap of the principles that helped him stay consistent and …

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“Why Is It Down?” — The Investor Question That Never Goes Away

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If you’ve ever joined one of our webinars, you’ve seen this moment coming. The presentation is done. The Q&A starts. And within minutes, someone asks the question that always shows up: “Why is it down?” Sometimes it’s a stock you own. Sometimes it’s one you’re watching. Sometimes it’s a company that shouldn’t be down because, on paper, it looks “fine.” The dividend is still getting paid. The business isn’t bankrupt. Yet the market has decided to take a chunk out of the …

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6 Stocks with Dangerous Free Cash Flow Trend – Should you Sell them or Buy More? [Podcast]

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Free cash flow is one of those metrics that can panic investors fast—especially when it trends down for several years. Using six well-known stocks, we show you how to read a declining free cash flow chart with context: when it’s a temporary byproduct of heavy investment, and when it’s a sign the business model is getting squeezed. Download the Dividend Rock Stars List! You'll Learn Why Free Cash Flow Isn’t a First-Layer Filter Free cash flow (FCF) can be a …

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Volatility is Starting the Year – January 2026 Dividend Income Report

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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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When AI Stops Being “Tech” and Starts Being the Economy—Investment Themes for 2026 Part 1

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Before I tell you what I saw in my crystal ball for 2026, keep this line in the front of your mind: “… the big trends mostly right will not always lead to the outcome that you anticipate.” — Mackenzie Market Outlook And here’s the warning label I want on this entire post: adjusting your portfolio is healthy. Replacing your portfolio is usually a mistake. In other words, tweak—don’t flip the table. The key remains the same: stay invested. Now let’s look at the first theme that matters …

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