Two popular dividend ETFs are VYM, the Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF, and HDV, the iShares Core High Dividend ETF. They differ more than you may realize. Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer … [Read more...] about VYM vs. HDV – Vanguard Dividend ETF vs. iShares Dividend ETF
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VYM ETF Review – Is VYM a Good Investment? (Dividend Stocks)
VYM is a popular dividend ETF from Vanguard to capture high-yield U.S. stocks. But is it a good investment? I review it here. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer dividend-paying stocks. I even designed a dividend-focused … [Read more...] about VYM ETF Review – Is VYM a Good Investment? (Dividend Stocks)
VIG vs. DGRO – Vanguard or iShares Dividend Growth ETF?
Two popular dividend growth ETFs are VIG, the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF, and DGRO, the iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF. Let's compare them. To be clear, I don't obsess over dividends. But I know income investors often like to use dividends as current income, particularly in retirement, and thus seek out dividend-oriented funds. Others just irrationally prefer … [Read more...] about VIG vs. DGRO – Vanguard or iShares Dividend Growth ETF?
SCHD ETF Review – Is SCHD a Good Investment? (Dividend Stocks)
SCHD is a popular dividend ETF from Schwab to capture profitable U.S. stocks with a sustainable dividend. But is it a good investment? I review it here. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer dividend-paying stocks. I even … [Read more...] about SCHD ETF Review – Is SCHD a Good Investment? (Dividend Stocks)
SPYD vs. VYM – SPDR Dividend ETF vs. Vanguard Dividend ETF
Two popular dividend ETFs are SPYD, the SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF, and VYM, the Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF. They're more different than you may realize. Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just … [Read more...] about SPYD vs. VYM – SPDR Dividend ETF vs. Vanguard Dividend ETF
SPYD vs. SCHD – SPDR Dividend ETF vs. Schwab Dividend ETF
Two popular dividend-focused ETFs are SPYD, the SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF, and SCHD, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF. Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer dividend-paying stocks. I … [Read more...] about SPYD vs. SCHD – SPDR Dividend ETF vs. Schwab Dividend ETF
SPHD vs. SCHD – Invesco Dividend ETF vs. Schwab Dividend ETF
Two popular dividend-focused ETFs are SPHD, the Invesco S&P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility ETF, and SCHD, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF. Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer dividend-paying … [Read more...] about SPHD vs. SCHD – Invesco Dividend ETF vs. Schwab Dividend ETF
SCHD vs. VIG – Schwab Dividend ETF vs. Vanguard Div. Growth ETF
Two popular dividend-focused ETFs are the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) and the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG), but they differ more than you may realize. Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally … [Read more...] about SCHD vs. VIG – Schwab Dividend ETF vs. Vanguard Div. Growth ETF
JEPI ETF Review – JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF
JEPI is a covered call ETF for the S&P 500 Index designed to mitigate volatility and generate income. I review it here. Introduction - What Is JEPI and How Does It Work? JEPI is an income ETF from J.P. Morgan. It's called the JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF. In a nutshell, JEPI is holding a basket of low-volatility stocks selected from the S&P 500 Index … [Read more...] about JEPI ETF Review – JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF
HNDL ETF Review – Is HNDL a Good Investment? (7HANDL™ ETF)
HNDL is a proprietary fund-of-funds income ETF from Strategy Shares with a target 7% yield. But is it a good investment? I review it here. Introduction - What Is HNDL and How Does It Work? HNDL is fund-of-funds ETF from Strategy Shares. The sub-advisor is Rational Capital LLC. "Fund-of-funds" just means it's a single fund that holds other funds inside it. HNDL is … [Read more...] about HNDL ETF Review – Is HNDL a Good Investment? (7HANDL™ ETF)
DIVO ETF Review – Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF
DIVO is an income ETF from Amplify. It uses active management to select blue chip stocks and then write covered calls on them. I review it below. Introduction - What Is DIVO and How Does It Work? DIVO is an ETF from Amplify, the folks who brought you SWAN. Its name is the Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF. As the name suggests, this fund aims to provide … [Read more...] about DIVO ETF Review – Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF
NUSI ETF Review – An Income-Focused Option Collar ETF
NUSI is an option collar strategy ETF for the NASDAQ 100 Index designed to manage risk and generate income. I review it here. Video Prefer video? Watch it here: Introduction - What Is NUSI and How Does It Work? Nationwide makes ETFs. This one is called the Nationwide Risk-Managed Income ETF. NUSI is an option collar strategy on the NASDAQ 100 Index, … [Read more...] about NUSI ETF Review – An Income-Focused Option Collar ETF
SPHD vs. VYM – High Dividend ETFs from Invesco and Vanguard
The Invesco S&P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility ETF (SPHD) and the Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) are two popular dividend-oriented ETFs. Let's compare them. First, I don't get excited about dividends. But I know that income investors often like to use dividends as current income, particularly in retirement, and thus seek out high-dividend-yield funds. Others … [Read more...] about SPHD vs. VYM – High Dividend ETFs from Invesco and Vanguard
SCHD vs. VYM – Dividend ETFs from Schwab and Vanguard
Two popular dividend-focused ETFs are the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) and the Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM). Let's compare them. First, note that I don't chase dividends. But I recognize that many investors use dividends to supplement their current income, particularly in retirement. Others just irrationally prefer dividend-paying stocks. I even designed … [Read more...] about SCHD vs. VYM – Dividend ETFs from Schwab and Vanguard
QYLD – Avoid This ETF as a Long-Term Investment (A Review)
QYLD has been gaining popularity among income investors as a bullish-yet-defensive play on the NASDAQ 100. Here we'll review it and look at why it's probably not a great choice for a long-term buy-and-hold portfolio. Video Prefer video? Watch it here: Introduction - What Is QYLD and How Does It Work? QYLD is an ETF from Global X that holds the NASDAQ 100 … [Read more...] about QYLD – Avoid This ETF as a Long-Term Investment (A Review)
3 Best Preferred Stock ETFs & Why You Should Avoid Them (2022)
Preferred stock shares typically trade some capital appreciation for higher dividend yields. Here we'll look at the best preferred stock ETFs and why you might (not) want to use them. Introduction - Why Preferred Stock? Preferred stock shares - as opposed to common stock - have preferential claim to dividend distributions. Dividends are typically higher for … [Read more...] about 3 Best Preferred Stock ETFs & Why You Should Avoid Them (2022)
The 11 Best Dividend ETFs for Value and Income Portfolios
Dividend stocks are popular among income investors and those seeking more stability and lower volatility. Here we'll look at the best dividend ETFs. Most of the dividend ETFs below are part of the dividend portfolio I designed. Introduction - Why Dividend Stocks? Dividends are simply a return of value to shareholders, in the form of periodic cash payments, by … [Read more...] about The 11 Best Dividend ETFs for Value and Income Portfolios
The Best Vanguard Dividend Funds – 4 Popular ETFs
Dividend funds are a popular way to access immediate diversification with dividend stocks. Vanguard has some of the lowest-cost ETFs around. Here we'll explore the best Vanguard dividend funds. In a hurry? Here's the list: VIG - Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETFVYM - Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETFVIGI - Vanguard International Dividend Appreciation ETFVYMI - … [Read more...] about The Best Vanguard Dividend Funds – 4 Popular ETFs
The Best M1 Finance Dividend Pie for FIRE & Income Investors
M1 Finance is extremely popular among dividend investors. Here I'm sharing what I believe to be the best high-dividend pie for M1 Finance dividend income investors. Prefer video? Watch it here. I would definitely suggest you read my preliminary discussion before blindly investing in this pie to make sure it matches your strategy. That said, I hate when recipe websites … [Read more...] about The Best M1 Finance Dividend Pie for FIRE & Income Investors
VIG vs. VYM – Vanguard’s 2 Popular Dividend ETFs (Review)
Two of the most popular dividend-oriented ETF's are the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG) and the Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM). Let's compare them. To be clear, I don't obsess over dividends. But it's impossible to avoid seeing and hearing about dividend investors' preferences of dividend-focused ETF's. Dividend investors seem to use these two funds … [Read more...] about VIG vs. VYM – Vanguard’s 2 Popular Dividend ETFs (Review)
