Roundup of Some Dividend Articles
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I was digging around Google’s blog search this morning and came across a few good articlesand spots on the web that I would like to pass along. These are all dividend focused (no kidding you say!) and taught me some things that are important to be aware of.
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How to Optimize Dividend Income Tax – this is Canadian based, but an important reminder of the tax efficiency of dividend income.
Why would a company make drastic cuts to its dividend payments A good reminder by Investopedia on why a true dividend investor would avoid stocks that have cut dividends – it is usually a real bad sign.
Dividends are superior to interest – this applies to both Canadians and US investors – dividends are taxed way more efficiently
Reuters Income Stock Screener – a good way to develop a list of prospects based on good fundamentals and dividend growth
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Glenn said:
DG,
I can tell you don’t read your comments. What is the main purpose of you blog, just to get some ad dollars?
February 26th, 2007 at 11:55 am -
Ryan Smith said:
Great website, beginning investor…My question is, which is better to get into?
1. Buy a high paying dividend stock like Bank of America and Merk or just buy the ETF SDY or DVY which cover both companies. What are the differences? Thanks for your time.February 26th, 2007 at 9:37 pm -
Glenn said:
Ryan,
Here is my two cents. It depends on what you are looking for in an investment. You will have to determine which is best for you. Owning just a few stocks is more risky and requires you to do more homework to follow your investments. With the additional risk you have the chance of better returns and a higher yield by owning the stocks of your choice. The ETF’s you mention hold 50 or 100 stocks so your overall risk is lower. If one company drops in price or stops it’s dividend payment you will not see much of an effect in the ETF. FYI, I have been investing in stocks and mutual funds since 88 and have done quite well.
Glenn
February 27th, 2007 at 9:07 am
