My Income Portfolio Is Up 3% Since April: What Actually Drove the Gain
My portfolio value rose 3% since April as capital gains joined dividends in driving returns, while credit funds remained the main area to watch.
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SDF Takeover Bid: What It Means for Income Investors
Steadfast’s takeover bid is good news for existing holders, but income investors need to consider lost dividends, deal risk and reinvestment risk.
AUB vs Steadfast: Are ASX Insurance Brokers Good Dividend Stocks?
A practical income-investor comparison of AUB Group and Steadfast Group, with a focus on sustainable yield, fully franked dividends, growth and key risks.
How to Build a Dividend Portfolio on a Fortnightly Salary: The Simple System That Actually Works
Learn a simple, automated system for building a dividend portfolio using a fortnightly salary. Covers ASX dividend stocks, ETFs, LICs, monthly income funds, and reinvestment strategies
Dividend ETFs vs LICs vs Direct Stocks in Australia (2025): Which Pays Better Income?
With yields tightening across the ASX, this deep-dive compares dividend ETFs, LICs, and direct stocks to see which pays better income and franking credits for Australian investors.
How dividend stocks work
Dividend stocks are a powerful wealth-building tool, blending the reliability of regular income with the potential for long-term growth. In this guide, we break down how dividends work, the different types of payouts, key dates every investor should know, and why dividend stocks can provide both stability and compounding potential for your portfolio. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting out, understanding dividend stocks and dividend investing can help you build a steady income stream and secure your financial future.
Dividend Investing as a Path to Financial Independence
Dividend investing offers a powerful path to financial independence by turning your savings into a reliable, passive income stream. With the right strategy, you can build a resilient portfolio that grows over time, generates steady cash flow, and provides the financial freedom to live life on your own terms. Whether you’re just starting or already on your FIRE journey, learn how dividends can accelerate your path to wealth.
Week in Review: How My $534K Dividend Portfolio Held Its Ground After the Market Madness
Markets paused after weeks of turmoil, and my portfolio held steady with a tiny 0.06% gain. Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and what I’m watching next.
When Markets Tank and Tariffs Fly: How My Aussie Dividend Portfolio Got Smashed Today
The ASX just handed investors a brutal wake-up call, and my dividend portfolio took a serious hit—down nearly 3% in just two days. With Trump’s tariff tantrum triggering global market chaos, this blog breaks down what happened, how my ETFs and direct shares reacted, and why I’m staying calm (mostly). Grab a coffee and come laugh/cry with me through this wild ride of April 2025.