My Income Portfolio - Looking For Dividends

Dividend investing provides a consistent income stream, beneficial for those seeking passive income, while growth stocks may require selling shares to realize gains. Seeking dividend income does not rule out focusing on the growth of the portfolio's nominal value, thanks to many funds that see their NAV grow over time. These securities offer a dual advantage: immediate returns through regular, periodic distributions, and capital appreciation through long-term NAV increase.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 1, 2026

I Wouldn't Want To Retire Without These 3 Investments

A common misconception is that generating enough dividend income to cover living expenses is all that you need to retire. I detail the three investments that I would use as the foundation of my retirement strategy.

Seeking Alpha • May 30, 2026

Reaves Utility Income Fund Section 19(a) Notice

Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / May 29, 2026 / On May 29, 2026, the Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE American:UTG) (the "Fund"), a closed-end sector fund, paid a monthly distribution on its common stock of $0.20 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 18, 2026. The following table sets forth the estimated amount of the sources of distribution for purposes of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the related rules adopted thereunder.

Accesswire • May 29, 2026

2 Favorite Monthly Durable Dividend Growth Machines To Sleep Well In Retirement

An attractive current yield, consistent dividend growth, and a monthly payout cadence make for an ideal passive income machine for retirement. I detail 2 of my favorite monthly paying dividend growth machines that combine attractive yields with consistently strong dividend growth. I share why they are also attractive in combination, as well as the risks to keep in mind.

Seeking Alpha • May 22, 2026

My Favorite 4 ETF Combo: 6%+ Yield With Strong Dividend Growth

Most dividend ETF investors struggle to balance growth and diversification with generating sufficient yield to retire on dividends. I detail a 4 ETF combination that generates a 6%+ weighted average yield, along with significant diversification and dividend growth. I also share some of the risks involved in this portfolio construction.

Seeking Alpha • May 19, 2026

Building A $100,000 Snowball To Retire On Dividends

Charlie Munger's $100,000 milestone is still the most critical turning point on any dividend investor's path to financial independence. I detail the exact step-by-step strategy and investment vehicles that I would invest in to go from zero to financial freedom from dividends. I also discuss how I would position my dividend snowball for long-term stability and sustainability once financial freedom is achieved.

Seeking Alpha • May 14, 2026

UTG: Has Evolved Into A Data Center Growth Portfolio

The Reaves Utility Income Fund is an aggressive, actively managed fund that is focused on key companies set to benefit from rising electricity demand. The portfolio selection coincides with my top sector picks, and the bottom analysis points to over 12% upside with a 5% distribution yield. Leverage and stock selection have produced returns above market and peer returns.

Seeking Alpha • May 10, 2026

UTG's Hidden Risk: The 2026 Earnings Trap No One Is Pricing In

Reaves Utility Income Trust now straddles an uneasy middle ground between income and growth, lacking compelling yield or clear earnings upside. Recent outperformance was driven by AI-linked merchant power names, increasing portfolio concentration, and exposure to growth-like drawdowns. UTG's top 10 holdings comprise half its portfolio, amplifying risk, especially with 18% leverage and heavy reliance on AI and power demand narratives.

Seeking Alpha • May 1, 2026

The Dark Side Of Dividend Investing That Leads To Underperformance

Dividend investing sounds like a dream retirement strategy. However, there is a real dark side to it that many investors overlook and thereby suffer from long-term underperformance. This article details the dark side of dividend investing and how to avoid it.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 30, 2026

My Income Portfolio: Dividends Are Forever

Dividend strategies aim to generate steady streams of passive income over time. At the same time, they should not neglect capital growth, so demonstrating that dividend payouts do not erode their underlying value over the long term. A significant portion of my holdings currently show a positive NAV performance since their launch, which remains for me an equally important goal for the long run.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 28, 2026