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Are Dividend Stocks Right for You?

Are Dividend Stocks Right for You?

The market sell-off has pushed the dividend yield of the S&P 500 from 1.2% at the start of the year to 1.7%. Investing in stocks that pay consistent and growing dividends is an excellent way to supplement income in retirement or boost your passive income stream. Making passive income without the need to sell stock is alluring.