Beyond 10% Yield: Using The 'Circle Of Virtue' To Build An Income Fortress

Regulated Investment Companies or RICs (BDCs, REITs, and CEFs), avoid corporate-level taxes by distributing at least 90% of taxable income as dividends. Trading above NAV (Net Asset Value) allows companies to issue new shares and invest the proceeds at a profit, growing the "pie" for everyone. Credit Quality Resilience: Despite a soft economy, top-tier BDCs are maintaining non-accrual rates well below 2%, outperforming traditional banks.

Seeking Alpha • an hour ago

3 Stocks That Cut You a Check Each Month

Realty Income has long been one of the best monthly dividend stocks. Main Street Capital is a BDC that has increased its dividend annually for 18 years straight.

The Motley Fool • Feb 14, 2026

I Wouldn't Want To Retire Without The 3 Most Undervalued Income Machines

Three income powerhouses are trading at very compelling valuations right now. Each offers attractive income with substantial upside potential. Here's why I'm overweighting them while the market is still giving them away at a discount.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 13, 2026

Retirees Rely On These 5 Safe High-Yield Monthly Pay Dividend Stocks

Passive income is revenue generated without the earner's continuous active effort, making it a desirable financial strategy for those seeking to diversify their income streams or achieve financial independence.

24/7 Wall Street • Feb 12, 2026

Main Street Announces Follow-On Investment

Invests an Additional $25.6 Million in DMS Holdco LLC to Support Strategic Acquisition and Other Growth Initiatives HOUSTON, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) ("Main Street") is pleased to announce that it recently completed a follow-on investment in its existing portfolio company, DMS Holdco LLC ("DMS" or the "Company"), an industry leading provider of omni-channel direct marketing services. Main Street, along with its co-investor MSC Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: MSIF) ("MSIF"), made the follow-on investment in DMS to support the Company's strategic acquisition of Johnson & Quin, Inc. ("J&Q"), which is a direct marketing services business strategically located in Chicago, Illinois, and to support other strategic growth initiatives.

PRNewsWire • Feb 11, 2026

Main Street Announces Increase in Commitments Under its Corporate Credit Facility to $1.175 Billion

HOUSTON, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) ("Main Street") is pleased to announce the expansion in total commitments under its multi-year revolving credit facility (the "Corporate Facility") from $1.145 billion to $1.175 billion, with the $30.0 million increase in total commitments resulting from the addition of a new lender relationship. The increase in total commitments was executed under the accordion feature of the Corporate Facility, which allows for an increase up to $1.718 billion in total commitments under the facility from new and existing lenders on the same terms and conditions as the existing commitments.

PRNewsWire • Feb 10, 2026

Covered Call ETFs Look Perfect Until You Notice This Potential Fatal Flaw

The income looks irresistible, but the math tells a different story. A hidden risk could quietly erode long-term wealth. Why retirees may be better off skipping - or at the very least strictly limiting - exposure to this popular strategy.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 10, 2026

High-Yield Wreck Your Retirement? Here Is Your Path To Recovery

The yield that looks safe today may be your biggest long-term risk. Dividend cuts can be more damaging than market pullbacks. A better income strategy most retirees overlook.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 9, 2026

Main Street Capital Just Paid Its Dividend. Here's How It Scored

Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) just delivered its monthly dividend of 26 cents per share, which will be paid to shareholders of record on Feb.

24/7 Wall Street • Feb 6, 2026

Main Street Announces New Portfolio Investment

Invests $15.3 Million in Leveraged Buyout of a Healthcare Data Services Provider HOUSTON, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) ("Main Street") is pleased to announce that it recently completed a new portfolio investment totaling $15.3 million to help facilitate the leveraged buyout of a leading healthcare data services provider (the "Company").  Main Street partnered with Iron Creek Partners, LLC, the majority equity investor in the transaction and a sector-focused private investment firm that Main Street has partnered with on several prior investments, and the Company's existing owner to facilitate the transaction.

PRNewsWire • Feb 5, 2026