The Simply Investing Dividend Podcast

In this episode I sit down with a dividend investor, we talk about the benefits of dividend investing, why you should get started sooner than later, and some of his picks when it comes to dividend stocks. My guest today is Russ Knopf the creator of the website Dapper Dividends and his youtube channel of the same name. Russ served in the US Navy, and today lives near Chicago with his wife and two k...

In this episode, we look at a company that has increased its dividend by 3390%, and is on its way to becoming a dividend king. I also cover the following topics in this episode: - Introducing our company under review - Looking at its dividend history (3390% growth) - How dividends increase your margin of safety - Stock price history - Total return since 1999 (783%) Disclaimer: The views and opinio...

In this episode, we look at the world’s largest publicly traded lodging REIT. Does a return of over 161% make this dividend stock worthy of consideration?  I also cover the following topics in this episode: - Our stock under review (HST) - Our 12 Rules and 10 Criteria - Applying the 12 Rules of Simply Investing - Historical rate of return (161% vs 961%) - Conclusion Disclaimer: The views and opini...

With rising interest rates, does it still make sense to invest in dividend stocks?  In this episode, I compare a dividend stock to a money market fund, which one is the better investment? I also cover the following topics in this episode: - Rising interest rates - What are money market funds - Typical money market returns - What will happen to interest rates? - Money market fund versus a dividend...

In this episode, I cover two competitors head-to-head, and show you how $20K turned into over $212K. A dividend stock versus a non-dividend stock, which one was the better investment? I also cover the following topics in this episode: - What are dividend stocks? - What are non-dividend stocks? - Introducing the competitors (TXN vs AMD) - And the winner is? - 961% return vs 736% - 36% dividend yiel...

In this episode, I interview Maya Corbic a CPA who leverages her CFO, auditor, and tax accountant expertise to educate kids on financial literacy. She founded Wealthy Kids Investment Club and has inspired thousands through her Instagram account, Teach Kids Money. I cover the following topics in this episode: - Why did Maya decide to write the book "From Piggy Banks to Stocks"? - Why inve...

In this episode, I cover Dividend Aristocrats and Kings. I also cover the following topics in this episode: - What are dividends? - What are dividend aristocrats? - What are dividend kings? - Which companies have the longest dividend streaks? - Three extraordinary dividend returns (KO, HD, WMT) Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes...

In this episode, I'll share with you the two most important words in investing. I also cover the following topics in this episode: - The inspiration for this episode - Who is Arnold Bernhard? - Successful investing in two words - What is Dividend Yield - JNJ returns over 318% Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. Simply...

In this episode, I show you how in just one coaching call with me, I saved Emma over $69,800 in fees, and helped her increase her annual investment income by 112% - all without adding any new money to her portfolio! You'll get to see the before and after transformation that simplified her investing, and lowered her risk. I also cover the following topics in this episode: - Our approach to inv...

In this episode, I interview David Delisle, founder of The Awesome Stuff,  is an Amazon bestselling author, entrepreneur, real estate investor, and speaker. His first book, The Golden Quest, is a graphic novel that teaches kids (and adults) how to live a richer life and create the freedom for what is most important to them. I cover the following topics in this episode: - Why is The Golden Quest re...

In this episode, I show you why you shouldn't wait to start dividend investing. I cover the following topics in this episode: - The common investing fears - 5 types of investors - How much can you earn? - The cost of not investing sooner Link to SI Future Value Google Sheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kN1RgR9Tojnz78Peq2y_S-ZoV4lHKYJ2TJnXgPaRAyk/copy Disclaimer: The views and opin...

In this episode, I cover 5 Canadian banks that have been paying dividends for more than 100 years. I cover the following topics in this episode: - What are dividends? - How to make money with dividends - Over 100 years of dividend payments - Dividend consistency is key - 2007-2008 financial crisis - 5 Canadian bank dividend's during 2008-2010 - Our approach to dividend investing Link to Divid...

In this episode, I show you how to start dividend investing on your own. I cover the following topics in this episode: - Can you invest on your own? - Our approach to investing - What is a quality stock? - How to know when a stock is priced low (undervalued) - 4 attributes of a successful investor - What happens if you don't invest on your own? - The high cost of fees (MERs) on your investmen...

In this episode, I show you how to handle and avoid dividend cuts, using the most recent example of an ex-dividend aristocrat Walgreens. I cover the following topics in this episode: - What are dividends? - Who is Walgreens (WBA)? - Walgreens dividend history - Walgreens dividend cut - Why cut the dividend? - What to do now? - My story of GE and TC Energy - Early warning signs of a dividend cut -...

In this episode, I answer your top 4 dividend investing questions: - Why should I invest in dividend stocks? - Why should I invest in undervalued stocks? - How long does it take for a stock to go from undervalued to overvalued? - How should I build a dividend stock portfolio? Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. Simply Inves...

In this episode, I show you how to invest like an investing legend, Geraldine Weiss. I cover the following in this episode: - Who was Geraldine Weiss? - What was her approach to investing? - How you can invest like Geraldine Weiss - Key benefits of dividend investing Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. Simply Investing Inco...

In this episode, I discuss conventional wisdom which states that as you get older you should move away from equities and into fixed income assets. What is the right approach for you? I cover the following in this episode: - Should you move away from dividend stocks? - Two dividend stocks return over 126% vs a term deposit's return of 48% - Is fixed income safer than dividends? - Can dividends...

In this episode, I answer your questions about getting started with dividend investing: - How do I make money with stocks? - Aren’t funds (mutual/index/ETFs) safer? - Isn’t investing risky and time consuming? - How do I get started? Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. Simply Investing Incorporated nor the author and guests...

In this episode, we'll compare the differences between investing in the 30 Dow companies versus investing in funds The following topics are covered in this episode: - What is the Dow Jones Index? - Index funds and ETFs investing in the Dow - Individual investing vs funds - Taking control of your investments Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and ed...

In this episode, you'll learn about the 8 most common investing terms. Successful investing begins with knowledge, understanding these investing terms is the first step to investing successfully. The following topics are covered in this episode: - What is a Share or Stock? - What is a dividend? - What is dividend yield? - What is EPS? - What is the Payout Ratio? - What is Long-term Debt to Eq...

In this episode, you'll learn how to handle the 7 most common investing risks. Covered in this episode: - Risk 1: The dividend is not guaranteed - Risk 2: Competitors - Risk 3: Dishonest management - Risk 4: Bankruptcies - Risk 5: International issues - Risk 6: Market uncertainty - Risk 7: Natural disasters Other ways to reduce your investing risk. Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared on...

In this episode, learn about the four most common dividend misconceptions. Also covered in this episode: - Dividends are insignificant - Dividends drop when stock prices drop - Dividends are not guaranteed - Share price drops when dividend is paid - Bonus: Beating the stock market is not our goal Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purpos...

In this episode, learn how you can earn $35K annually in dividends, and you don't need $1M to start. Also covered in this episode: - What is a dividend and dividend yield? - The importance of dividend increases - Re-investing dividends - Earning $35K/year in dividends Link to dividend forecasting sheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kN1RgR9Tojnz78Peq2y_S-ZoV4lHKYJ2TJnXgPaRAyk/copy D...

In this episode, learn how to grow your money with dividends: Also covered in this episode: - 6 steps to grow your money with dividend stocks - what is Real Total Return - what are industry leaders - how an investment in CIBC returned over 167% - how an investment in CNQ returned over 235% Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only...

In this episode, learn how to invest in a bear (or down) market. Also covered in this episode: - how to build a resilient dividend stock portfolio - current market conditions - a brief history of market crashes - learn the basics - why dividend income is more important that stock prices - learn the dividend stock selection process - how Coca-Cola could provide over $202K/year in dividends - how Ho...