Buy And Hold Portfolio For Next 10 Years: Potential $5,500 Monthly Income

This article presents a diversified, fund-based portfolio targeting market-matching growth and a 6%+ income yield, with lower tech exposure than the S&P 500. The model portfolio, comprising 5 ETFs and 6 CEFs, emphasizes asset class diversification—spanning blue-chip dividends, tech, real estate, gold, materials, energy, and utilities. The portfolio presented uses ahands-off approach, and it is diversified among many asset classes to be able to withstand different economiccycles in the next 10 years.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 13, 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

6 Dividend Stocks Ready To Benefit From 2026's Rate-Shift Economy

Let's get our 2026 dividend shopping finished ahead of time, shall we?

Forbes • Dec 4, 2025

Is Your Retirement Income Enough? How I Leveled Up Mine With Covered Call ETFs

Yield for traditional income sources have started to compress. For income-oriented investors, who seek to build a reliable passive income machine it causes a real headache. To hit a certain target income figure, investors have to assume either higher risks, extend time horizon or save/invest more capital.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 3, 2025

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 / November 28, 2025 / On November 28, 2025, 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 November 17, 2025. 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 • Nov 28, 2025

7%+ Yields: I Am Giving Thanks For My Favorite Black Friday Special

I am thankful for many things this year. I am particularly thankful for my favorite Black Friday special from Mr. Market. I detail why I like this high-yielding bargain.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 28, 2025

UTG Update: Evaluating The Impact Of AI And Data Center Themes

UTG is downgraded from Buy to Hold after a strong rally driven by AI and data center themes. UTG's top holdings, especially merchant generators, have surged on AI-related electricity demand, but recent corrections highlight increased volatility and risk. While the AI narrative is real, not all utilities will benefit equally, and UTG's defensive profile is evolving toward a semi-growth play.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 27, 2025

UTG Vs. UTF: The Battle Of U.S. Utilities Against Global Infrastructure

Reaves Utility Income Trust (UTG) stands out as the preferred choice over Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund (UTF) for utility and infrastructure exposure. UTG offers a stronger total return, impeccable 21-year dividend history, and lower currency/geopolitical risk compared to UTF's global infrastructure focus. UTG's US utility portfolio is less volatile and more resilient in economic downturns, while UTF is more sensitive to global economic cycles.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 27, 2025

Market Crash Revisited: Buy Recession-Resistant Income Now

Wall Street's 17.6% growth expectation for the S&P 500 is irrational. Market exuberance echoes the 1999 Dot-com Bubble. Consumers are bearish while valuations are near highs.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 19, 2025

One Of The Huge Mistakes Dividend Investors Are Making Right Now

The macro data suggest that dividend investors may be in for a rude surprise in the wake of the Fed's rate cuts. Because a major macro shift is underway, the usual assumptions dividend investors make may no longer be reliable. I also share how I am seeking to avoid potentially the most dangerous mistake many dividend investors are making right now.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 13, 2025