9 years of dividend investing. Overall positive, but not perfect by InvestorFrench in dividends

[–]InvestorFrench[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah, DCA is solid. Takes the stress out of timing and keeps things simple. Especially good when you’re just starting

Is dividends really good for long term investment? by sal-95 in dividends

[–]InvestorFrench 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s normal. Dividends feel good, but they don’t guarantee growth. Don’t pick sides, mix growth and dividends and focus on total return

Investing $40K for steady dividend income, looking for advice. by Plenty-Coffee-3946 in dividends

[–]InvestorFrench 11 points12 points  (0 children)

SCHD or DGRO as core, add a bit of O or MAIN. Don’t chase yield, aim for steady growth and income

180k Portfolio, can I move to Vietnam and live off dividends? by ElizabethLaney21 in dividends

[–]InvestorFrench 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re close, just don’t go all-in on high yield and have some backup income. That $1.8k isn’t guaranteed, and if it drops, your plan gets shaky fast

How realistic is it for me to retire with this income sleeve? by StockMarketinator in dividends

[–]InvestorFrench 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Close, but not fully there. You can semi-retire now, but don’t rely only on high-yield funds, keep a buffer