PFFA Vs. PFF: Why Active Management Is Crushing The 'Gold Standard'

PFFA is rated 'Buy' for 2026, leveraging active management and 20–30% leverage to deliver superior income and capital preservation. PFFA's 5-year total return of 53.31% far outpaces PFF at 13.31%. PFFA's portfolio is concentrated in REITs, energy, and infrastructure, positioning it to benefit from anticipated Fed rate cuts.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 23, 2026

7-9% Yields: 2 Of The Best Monthly Dividend Machines Pumping Cash

One 7% yielding monthly-paying investment is trading at one of its widest discounts in years. The other quietly yields over 9% and has been growing its payout for five years in a row. While I like both, they also come with risks to keep in mind.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 18, 2026

Two 20%+ Yields That Have Entered Deep Bargain Territory

Recent AI and mega-cap growth volatility has impacted income-focused asset classes, underscoring the need for high-quality value and reliable current income streams. I structure my portfolio for an 8–9% yield by combining core dividend aristocrats, strategic yield enhancers, and a minor allocation to tactical high-yield trades. In this article I elaborate on two tactical trade picks, where I see dislocated, abnormally high-yielding (20%+) opportunities.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 10, 2026

PFFA: Giving Credit Where Credit Is Due

The Virtus InfraCap U.S. Preferred Stock ETF offers a diversified preferred securities portfolio with a 9.48% TTM dividend yield and $2.16 billion AUM. PFFA's holdings span finance (33%), mortgage REITs (20%), and real estate (19%), with 194 securities, including baby bonds, preferreds, and convertibles. Nearly half of PFFA's portfolio is fixed-rate preferreds, with yields to worst around 8.11% for those trading below par and 7.64% above par.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 9, 2026

PFFA: This 9.4% Yield Makes For A Great Play In Today's Economy

Virtus InfraCap US Preferred Stock ETF offers a 9.37% yield and operational diversification, making it compelling amid recessionary risks. PFFA has marginally underperformed the S&P 500 recently, but its risk-adjusted returns and lower volatility remain attractive for yield-focused investors. Portfolio concentration in financials (33.1%) is a risk, but sectoral diversification into real estate, utilities, and pipelines provides balance.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 6, 2026

Unpredictable Markets? Make Your Income Predictable

Getting annoyed at unpleasant events is counterproductive; preparing for them helps. Income investors are better prepared to handle any economic conditions or financial obligations from a position of strength. We discuss our top monthly payers, with yields of up to 9.5%.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 6, 2026

Retirees Are Collecting 9.5% Monthly From An Overlooked Preferred Stock Fund

The Virtus InfraCap U.S. Preferred Stock ETF ( NYSEARCA:PFFA ) delivers a 9.5% yield, but many retirees are missing it.

24/7 Wall Street • Jan 28, 2026

2 Highest Yielding Quality MLPs To Include In Retirement Portfolios

Midstream MLPs offer high single-digit yields with strong defensive characteristics, making them attractive for retirement income portfolios. The yield-to-risk ratio in MLPs is compelling, even compared to my other favorite yield plays such as BDCs, covered call, and leveraged CEFs. In the article I elaborate on two highest-yielding MLPs, which are de-risked enough to meet the durable income criteria.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 26, 2026

PFFA: This 9%+ Yield Gem Just Proved That It Is For Retirees

PFFA has delivered consistent dividend growth for six consecutive years, recently increasing its monthly dividend despite lower base rates. Currently, the offered yield stands at ~9.3%, which is very high in relation to the preferred share risk (i.e., conservative exposures). In the article, I detail how the lower base rate environment and the defense that comes from preferred shares position PFFA as one of the most attractive yield picks out there.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 24, 2026

The Income Quintet: 5 Pillars Of Safe High Yield

The Income Quintet - BDCs, Midstream Energy, REITs, Preferred Stocks, and Covered Call ETFs - offers a balanced approach to maximizing yield and income safety. I prioritize quality over raw yield, focusing on internally managed BDCs, disciplined midstream operators, select REITs, and actively managed preferred ETFs for sustainable income. BDCs with internal management, like MAIN, command significant NAV premiums, reflecting superior alignment and lower capital costs compared to externally managed peers.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 17, 2026