7%+ Yields Every Retiree Should Own: Near‑Perfect Preferreds Hiding In Plain Sight

Finding high-quality, durable, high-yielding investments is one of the best ways to build a passive income stream for retirement. Preferreds from high-quality companies provide durable, high-yield income with relatively low risk, making them attractive additions to retirement-focused portfolios. I share two of the most attractive, high-yielding preferreds available for retirees today.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 12, 2025

The Monthly Income ETFs I'd Use to Offset Social Security

A lot of people enter retirement feeling optimistic about their prospects, only to realize that they don't have nearly as much income as they need to cover their expenses with ease.

24/7 Wall Street • Dec 11, 2025

Avoid The High-Yield Fund Trap: My Blueprint For High Yield And High Returns

Retiring on passive income from dividends is a great way to reduce sequence of returns risk. Many investors generate this income from a basket of high-yield CEFs and ETFs. However, this strategy comes with a lot of risks and shortcomings.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 11, 2025

Forget Individual REITs: $14.2 Billion ETF Offers 6.4% Monthly Dividends With Lower Risk

iShares Preferred and Income Securities ETF (NYSEARCA:PFF) offers investors a 6.4% yield by investing in U.S.

24/7 Wall Street • Dec 10, 2025

5 Dividend ETFs Paying Over 5%

Generating a steady and hefty stream of income is a key factor in any investing strategy.

24/7 Wall Street • Dec 10, 2025

PFF: Biggest Preferred ETF But Not The Best

The iShares Preferred and Income Securities ETF offers conservative investors moderate yield (6.36%) and low volatility via investment-grade preferreds and hybrids. PFF has underperformed its benchmark and peers, with a 2-star Morningstar rating and lackluster long-term returns, especially after a -18% drawdown in 2022. While PFF provides downside protection and steady income, it has not fully participated in recent bull markets and lags closed-end fund peers like NPFD and JPC.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 9, 2025

Preferred Shares Are Great for Income. Choosing Among Them Is Getting Harder.

As the Federal Reserve lowers rates, investor demand for these hybrid securities should increase.

Barrons • Dec 4, 2025

PFF iShares Preferred And Income Securities ETF's Portfolio Breakdown

The iShares Preferred and Income Securities ETF (PFF) is the largest ETF focused on preferred stocks and income securities. PFF holds over 450 securities, including preferred stocks, baby bonds, and hybrid securities with bond-like features. The ETF offers diversified exposure to income-generating assets, appealing to investors seeking yield and stability.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 26, 2025

The Hidden Dividend ETFs Paying Over 6% Without Extra Risk

In the world of dividends, the big names from JP Morgan, Schwab, Fidelity, and iShares always seem to get most of the attention.

24/7 Wall Street • Nov 23, 2025

The Most Viable 10% Yielding Retirement Portfolio I've Ever Designed

Most 10% yielding portfolios inevitably crash and burn. However, there is a path to achieving a potentially sustainable 10% yielding portfolio. I share how it possibly can be done.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 21, 2025