My Dividend Growth Income: January 2026 Update

January delivered a robust 2.47% monthly increase in forward dividend income, reaching $6,442.40 and positioning the portfolio ahead of 2026 growth targets. Initiated a new position in Agree Realty for its strong monthly dividend growth, investment-grade property mix, and prudent payout ratio. Brookfield Infrastructure Partners announced a 5.8% dividend increase, adding $47.85 in forward income and reinforcing conviction in its infrastructure-driven growth.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 4, 2026

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. Announces 2025 Dividend Tax Status

PRINCETON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: EPRT; the “Company”) announced today that 95.982458% of the dividends paid to common shareholders for the 2025 tax year are classified for federal income tax purposes as a taxable distribution. The tax attributes of the common stock dividends paid per share are outlined below. CUSIP: 29670E107 Ordinary Income Capital Gain Ex-Dividend /Record Date PayableDate Distributionper Share Total Non-Qualified Qualified Total.

Business Wire • Jan 21, 2026

Agree Realty Vs. Essential Properties Realty Trust: What Is The Best REIT For 2026?

Agree Realty and Essential Properties Realty Trust are very popular net lease REITs. They have both massively outperformed their larger peer, Realty Income. But which is the best to own going forward? I think that it is Agree Realty.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 19, 2026

These under-the-radar stocks combine fast growth with big upside potential

The companies are projected to grow sales rapidly through 2027, and many of the stocks are expected to show double-digit increases this year.

Market Watch • Jan 15, 2026

Urgent Warning: These REITs Face High Risk Of Dividend Cuts

Not all REIT dividends are sustainable. Overleverage, troubled assets, and high payout ratios are clear red flags. I highlight 3 popular REITs at high risk of cutting their dividend.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 14, 2026

Essential Properties Realty Trust: 4% Yield With Double-Digit Return Potential

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. remains a Buy, offering double-digit total return potential driven by raised 2026 AFFO guidance and robust fundamentals. EPRT's Q3 results showed strong AFFO and FFO growth, 99.8% occupancy, and record $370M investment activity at attractive spreads. The REIT's low-leveraged balance sheet, 3% dividend raise, and 63% AFFO payout ratio provide flexibility and dividend safety.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 6, 2026

3 Of My Favorite Dividend REITs That Pay You Every Month

Many REITs pay dividends on a monthly basis. Some offer up to 8% dividend yields. These are my favorite monthly-paying REITs.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 6, 2026

My Dividend Growth Income - December 2025 Update

I increased my forward projected dividend income by $86.77 (1.4%) in December, reaching $6,289.66. My portfolio strategy blends high-growth names like Broadcom (AVGO), Microsoft, and Visa with high-yielders such as SPYI and MPLX. Dividend reinvestments and increases, especially from AVGO and EPRT, drove nearly 83% of new forward income this month.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 6, 2026

Essential Properties: A Fantastic Dividend Growth REIT To Buy Now

Essential Properties Realty Trust has been the fastest-growing net lease REIT on the market in recent years. EPRT operates in a massive addressable market, with over 200,000 businesses in the United States. The REIT has over $1.4 billion of liquidity on its balance sheet and sports a BBB- S&P credit rating with a positive outlook.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 3, 2026

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. to Report Fourth Quarter 2025 Results on February 11, 2026

PRINCETON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: EPRT; “Essential Properties” or the “Company”) announced today that the Company will release its operating results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, after the market close on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. The Company will host its quarterly earnings conference call and audio webcast on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. A webcast of the conference call will be available on the Investor.

Business Wire • Dec 29, 2025