Income Investing

20 Best Dividend Growth Stocks That Large-Cap Investors Can’t Ignore – Mar 2025

Leave a Comment / Dividend Stock Screen / Shailesh Kumar, MBA / March 17, 2025

The best dividend growth stocks give you a history of consistent dividend growth, nice current dividend yield, and a low payout ratio that means the dividend should keep growing in the near future. In addition, a history of EPS growth adds additional confidence that the company is well run and growing, and your investment in […]

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Building an Income Factory Portfolio in 5 Steps

Leave a Comment / Income Factory / Shailesh Kumar, MBA / March 11, 2025

Transforming Your Portfolio into a Cash-Generating Machine We know that compound interest is the 8th wonder of the modern world, and with consistent compounding, our portfolios can grow significantly given enough time. However, investing today places a great deal of focus on buying stocks that appreciate in value, and not much on buying investments that

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5 Best Mid Cap Dividend Growth Stocks in the Market Today – March 2025

Leave a Comment / Dividend Stock Screen / Shailesh Kumar, MBA / March 6, 2025

Dividend growth investing has been a reliable wealth creator for a large number of investors over the years. There is something magical about compound interest, and when it kicks in, the portfolio growth seems to take on a life of its own. Generally when we discuss dividend growth stocks, we expect them to be slow

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Using Leverage Responsibly in an Income Factory Portfolio

Leave a Comment / Income Factory / Shailesh Kumar, MBA / March 3, 2025

Introduction: The Power and Peril of Leverage Many investors live and die by margin. I generally advise investors to avoid margin in most cases since there is sufficient market risk and black swan event risk to wipe out your portfolio, if things do not go your way. When things are working, of course, leverage can

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Investing in REITs: A Value Investor’s Perspective

Leave a Comment / Real Estate Investment Trusts / Shailesh Kumar, MBA / February 3, 2025

Introduction: Why Should Value Investors Care About Investing in REITs? When value investors think about undervalued assets, they typically focus on stocks trading below their intrinsic value. But the same principles apply to investing in REITs. While many investors view REITs purely as income-generating vehicles, they can also present compelling value opportunities when mispriced by

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High-Yield Covered Call Funds: Unlocking Income Potential or Risky Gamble?

Leave a Comment / Income Investing / Shailesh Kumar, MBA / January 28, 2025

High-yield covered call funds are gaining popularity among income-focused investors. With the promise of steady cash flow and enhanced yields, they seem like an obvious choice for anyone looking to generate passive income. But do these funds truly deliver on their promise, or are there significant trade-offs hidden beneath the surface? This article considers how

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Monthly vs Quarterly Dividends: A Strategic Guide for Income Investors

Leave a Comment / Income Investing / Shailesh Kumar, MBA / January 17, 2025

Income investors face a critical question: Should you prioritize monthly or quarterly dividend distributions? The choice between these two schedules can significantly influence your cash flow, reinvestment strategy, and long-term financial goals. Understanding the nuances of each option allows you to make informed decisions that align with your personal financial objectives. Whether you’re a retiree

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What Is an Income Factory? Transforming Investments Into a Cash Flow Machine

Leave a Comment / Income Factory / Shailesh Kumar, MBA / January 14, 2025

The idea of earning steady, reliable income from investments is incredibly appealing. After all, who wouldn’t want a strategy that keeps the cash flowing even during uncertain times? Imagine an approach where your investments work like a factory, steadily producing cash flow even in volatile markets. This is the essence of an Income Factory—a concept

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The Chowder Rule: A Handy Shortcut for Dividend Growth Investors (But Not a Perfect Formula)

Leave a Comment / Income Investing / Shailesh Kumar, MBA / November 29, 2024

As a dividend growth investor, you are often caught trying to balance yield and growth. Is Stock A yielding 3% with 10% dividend growth rate better than Stock B yielding 2% but 15% dividend growth rate? Figuring this out seems like a complex process, shifting through various growing income streams and then figuring out which

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Master the 0DTE Strategy: Unlock Daily Income and Take Control of Market Volatility!

Leave a Comment / Income Investing / Shailesh Kumar, MBA / November 12, 2024

You may have come across the 0DTE strategy if you have considered selling out of money covered calls to generate income in your portfolio. 0DTE strategy also involves trading options, but the options you use expire on the same day. This offers unique opportunities as the time value of the options decays rapidly, and the

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