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 …
Mike’s Portfolio Review – Losing Money on Apple, Keep or Sell? [Podcast]
Eight years after rolling a $108K pension into a DIY portfolio, Mike walks through a quarterly review that’s up ~200% since inception—but not without bruises. He dissects three laggards (Apple, Alimentation Couche-Tard, Starbucks), explains when he holds vs. trims, and shows the exact process he uses to separate price noise from business news. You’ll also hear which names quietly powered returns this quarter and what he plans to change next. Save your spot (or get the replay) for our New …
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These Stocks are Down 20%+… Buy More or Sell? [Podcast]
What should you do when a stock you own is down 20%, 30%, or even 40%? We review major names like UnitedHealth and six others that are currently in the red. But instead of reacting emotionally, Mike shares a clear, practical decision-making framework. Whether you're holding long-time favorites or recent disappointments, decide if it's time to sell, wait, or buy more. Not Sure What to Buy—or When? Whether you’re sitting on cash or staring at a portfolio that needs a refresh, the DSR …
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When Do You Sell a Winner? – January 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 my pension account held at the National Bank. I’ve built this portfolio publicly since 2017 to make a real-life case study. I decided to invest 100% of this money in dividend growth stocks. In August 2017, …
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