2019-11-02 18:06
Halloween has come and gone. October is over. November is upon us. Only two more months left until the end of the year! And what a year it’s been. I can’t wait to do my en… Read More
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2019-10-24 16:47
My laptop is currently being fixed. I took a flight recently and was forced to check my carry on luggage which included my laptop. Once I got back to my hotel, I noticed the screen bro… Read More
2019-10-05 17:53
Wow. What a busy month! I barely had time to write a post. I usually publish this report at the beginning of every month, but I was unable to do so. However, as the saying goes, bett… Read More
2019-09-07 16:03
Beach Condo – Balcony View
If you’ve paid any attention to my blog in the recent months, you’d know by now that I was interested in purchasing a beach condo. Well, I&rs&hell…Read More
2019-09-03 23:59
I haven’t posted in a while. I’ve been on vacation. I’m writing this post while on a train from New York to DC. New York was fun! I met some good people there and h… Read More
2019-08-02 17:07
August is here. Thank goodness. July was EXPENSIVE!!! I had this, that or the other to contend with and each of them cost money. Oh well. I still have a small obligation of a few hu… Read More
2019-07-24 14:18
I just wanted to give everyone an update. If you look carefully, you’ll see that the RSS feed I had on the blog has been removed. In April 2017 I wrote a blog post entitled: Bac… Read More
2019-07-17 19:05
I have some exciting news. I have the cash on hand to fund the down payment for a beach condo. Half of it is in cash and the other half is in my portfolio. Moreover, I’ve been p… Read More
2019-07-06 19:03
For years, I’ve tried several get rich quick programs and none of it worked. I’ve also tried various ways to make money online. I practically gave up because of failure aft… Read More
2019-07-01 16:30
Wow, have I been busy!!! I haven’t posted in a while and that was entirely due to my busy schedule at work. Things have calmed down, for now. My workload ebbs and flows and so s… Read More
2019-06-05 16:19
I am contemplating the unthinkable. I am thinking about selling the stocks in my dividend portfolio to buy a condo. What’s more, is that I might just be crazy enough to do it… Read More
2019-06-01 17:59
Another month has come and gone. The second month of the quarter is usually a good month for me and so I’m super excited to see how much dividends I received for the month of May… Read More
2019-05-20 13:00
Recently, I asked whether I should buy a vacation rental. I wondered if it made more sense to buy a second home versus a vacation rental. The vacation rental would strictly be an inves… Read More
2019-05-10 18:45
Imagine owning a vacation rental? I have. Who wouldn’t want to wake up every day with great ocean views? The ocean could be your back yard! I doubt that would ever get boring, al… Read More
2019-05-01 21:32
The first quarter of the new year is gone. Tax season is behind us. And don’t get me started on the last episode of Game of Thrones! We now enter the second quarter. As a divid… Read More
2019-04-13 18:32
About 5 years ago, I decided to purchase a motorcycle. At that point, I had my license for a few years but never did anything with it. It took a while, but I researched and found the p… Read More
2019-04-10 18:54
Well, that didn’t take long! Recently, I wrote about the fact that my credit score dropped. In short, my mortgage was transferred from one company to the next. However, it took s… Read More
2019-04-06 21:57
Recently, I started a new project for 2019 entitled, the Adopt A Stock Project. The main goal of the project was to adopt one stock every month and add additional funds to that stock… Read More
2019-04-02 06:25
And, just like that, the first quarter of the year has ended. Spring has begun! And, perhaps more importantly, Winter Is Coming! Who else here is a Game of Thrones fan? Anyone? I&rs… Read More
2019-03-22 16:19
Last year, I instigated the Quote of the Month project. Each month, I would pick a favorite quote and ask the DGI Community to post their favorite quotes as well. I did that for most o… Read More
2019-03-17 15:55
Recently, I asked the DGI Community: How Should I Spend My Tax Refund? I got some great ideas. Well, alas, my tax refund has come and gone. I’ve spent pretty much every dime and… Read More
2019-03-13 14:40
In November 2018, I reduced the contribution level to my dividend portfolio. I reasoned that such a contribution level was inconsistent with my goals of saving for a down payment to buy… Read More
2019-03-08 02:21
Every now and again I report when there are changes to my credit score. I check my score every week. It’s overkill I know, but I want to ensure that if there’s any funny bus… Read More
2019-03-03 01:08
Tax season is upon us. I’ve already filed my taxes and am waiting for my refund to process. Recently, I asked How Should I Spend My Tax Refund? I’m still trying to figure… Read More
2019-02-24 04:35
Once again, I’ll be getting a tax refund. It’s going to be about $2000. Not too bad, but not as good as it was last year when I received over $5000. At least it’s be… Read More
2019-02-17 18:53
I have some exciting news! I made my first extra mortgage payment ever. Having debated numerous times whether I should Pay Off My Mortgage Early Or Invest, I decided that the best thing… Read More
2019-02-05 04:18
Just like that the first month of the year is gone. Is it just me or does the year seems to be going by fast already? Well, the first month of the quarter is usually one of my slowest… Read More
2019-01-21 21:49
This seems to be an ageless question: should you pay off your mortgage early or invest? That’s a very difficult question and there’s no one right answer for all. It’s… Read More
2019-01-16 13:49
Recently, I posted my goals for the new year. But while goals are important, it’s equally important to plot a path how you’re going to achieve them. Otherwise, what’s… Read More
2019-01-13 04:26
Bill Copeland once said, “The trouble with not having a goal is that you can spend your life running up and down the field and never score.” Goals are important. If we have a… Read More
2019-01-06 04:52
Abbvie is one of my favorite stocks. The way I invest in Abbvie is a bit different than most other stocks in my portfolio. Specifically, I invest directly with Abbvie through their tra… Read More
2019-01-01 18:52
Happy New Year
It’s official. 2018 is over! This is the final dividend income report for 2018. The year went by so fast. It’s crazy. I remember I started the year very exc… Read More
2018-12-26 07:17
The market right now is very volatile. There is concern that we might experience a 20% or more decline in the market resulting in a bear market. Indeed, in looking at my own dividend por… Read More
2018-12-09 07:47
We are in the last month of the year. Amazing! The year went by quick. Apparently, Winter Is Here! That’s for all you Game of Thrones fans. For some reason, I l… Read More
2018-11-18 00:55
It’s official. I caved. I did something I thought I would never do. I decided to reduce the minimum contribution level to my dividend portfolio. I sense this would ha… Read More
2018-11-08 05:15
It’s been a while since I’ve reported some good news. So, here it is. I’ve eliminated all my credit card debt, once again! This is significant for a number… Read More
2018-11-03 04:32
Another month has gone. It’s hard to believe that the year is almost over. Indeed, in addition to the upcoming end of the year, Game of Thrones reminds us that winter is co… Read More
2018-10-29 04:38
California is an expensive real estate market. I’m currently looking at the possibility of buying a house in Sacramento, as the Bay Area is really outside my price range. A… Read More
2018-10-22 18:15
A very important concept to building wealth is the idea that you should pay yourself first. Financial advisors and wealth building experts rarely agree on many things, but there is one… Read More
2018-10-03 14:22
It’s been said that “nothing changes if nothing changes.” Change is an important part of life. It helps to keep life interesting. As I embark on this new… Read More
2018-09-21 19:35
According to Investopedia, “lifestyle creep occurs when an individual’s standard of living improves as their discretional income rises and former luxuries become new necessi… Read More
2018-09-15 20:34
I haven’t forgotten that I didn’t post an inspirational quote for August. Therefore, to make up for that, I will post two quotes for this month. Unfortunately, I was… Read More
2018-09-10 05:17
First, I had to get back to the basics. My initial goal is to eliminate my credit card debt and establish a robust starter emergency fund. But that is only phase one of my p… Read More
2018-09-06 05:50
We’ve all been there. We make plans, set our goals and have nothing but good intentions to see them through. But, sometimes life gets in the way when we make plans. I… Read More
2018-09-02 00:32
It’s nice to have a relaxing day for a change. Currently sitting at Starbucks and I don’t have to stress about life. At least, not until next week. Haha. … Read More
2018-08-20 08:38
I haven’t posted anything since the first of the month. There is a reason for that. Previously, I wrote about the busy season. Well, the reprieve I had has ended… Read More
2018-08-01 21:35
The transition to my new job is in full swing. My financial plan for the year is taking a break or is otherwise on hold. I am working on finding a place to live. Then, I wi… Read More
2018-07-20 07:06
I recently made a change to the blog and I wanted you all to be aware. I updated the blogroll. Doing so will make visiting your blogs more efficient. In order to understand why… Read More
2018-07-17 17:33
Well, I just have to highlight this. Recently, I provided my Dividend Income Report for June. In that report, I noted that my forward annual dividend was $1033.67. Tha… Read More
2018-07-14 09:07
So, we just completed 6 months of the year. This is the time when many DGI bloggers are examining their mid-year goals to see how they are doing. I think writing down your goals… Read More
2018-07-11 07:37
I am so thankful than June is over. As you can no doubt tell from my recent posts, June was very expensive. To say that I overspent my money is somewhat of an understatement.&nbs&hell…Read More
2018-07-07 07:34
In the investment world, there are several brokerage firms to choose from. Each has their pros and cons and provide value to their customers. Today, I provide an in-depth look at… Read More
2018-07-02 20:26
Thankfully, June is over! What a crazy month that was for me. What’s more is that 6 months of the year is now gone. Some dividend growth investing (DGI) bloggers did… Read More
2018-06-26 06:43
Predictably, my credit score has declined. Recently, I wrote about the fact that I’m broke. Part of the consequence of not having any money is the fact that I rely on my cr… Read More
2018-06-22 10:13
I had trouble deciding what to call this post. At first, I was thinking about titles such as “living paycheck to paycheck” or “bad spending habits.” But rather… Read More
2018-06-17 14:26
It’s that time of the month to get inspired! I love quotes. Each month, I post an inspirational quote that inspires me and hopefully inspires the reader as well. … Read More
2018-06-14 22:15
Hi everyone. Well, we knew this day would come. Earlier this year, Capital One Investing announced that they are moving their accounts to E-trade. As you know, much of my h… Read More
2018-06-09 15:08
I for one am glad that May is over. Truth be told, I can’t wait for June to be over as well. But May was a tough month, especially as it relates to paying down my student l… Read More
2018-06-05 17:38
It’s been a while since I posted. But, as I mentioned before, the busy season is upon me. I wish I could say the end is in sight, but the truth is, it’s just beginnin… Read More
2018-05-17 05:53
Life is strange. Sometimes you’re up, and sometimes you’re down, It’s virtually impossible to go through life without pain or difficulty. We are in the 5t… Read More
2018-05-11 05:47
The first month of the second quarter is over. The Dividend Income Report has been published and now it’s time to take a look at my progress report for April. Despite the b… Read More
2018-05-05 11:50
Do you remember that feeling of excitement when you’re at a car dealership and test driving that new car? Then, the car salesman convince you that this one particular car is perf… Read More
2018-05-01 07:31
April has come and gone. That means it’s time for the dividend income report of the month. Despite the fact that the busy season is upon me, I still try to ensure that I up… Read More
2018-04-27 05:14
Wow, a full two weeks have gone by without me making a post. I hate to say it but that’s something you might have to get used to for the next several months. If work wasn&r&hell…Read More
2018-04-13 17:57
Oh no, it’s Friday the 13th! Expecting a bad day? Having a rough month? Need a little pick-me-upper? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Every month, around t… Read More
2018-04-07 18:33
March has ended and so did the first quarter of the year. Wow, time is moving by fast. What’s more, it’s Spring. It’s actually hot outside and the community pool is once ag… Read More
2018-04-04 12:04
I finally did my taxes. Some people dread tax time. Others look forward to it. I hate the processing of filing my taxes, but I always look forward to getting a tax return… Read More
2018-04-01 08:19
March has been a pivotal month for me in terms of my cash flow. For much of the month, I relied on my credit card to make everyday purchases. I would use the credit card and then… Read More
2018-03-26 20:28
As you may know, the stocks that make up my dividend portfolio are located separately at Computershare and Capital One Investing. Later this year, E*trade will fully acquire Capital On… Read More
2018-03-19 22:37
February is in the history books and we are well into the third month of the year. It’s time to update you on my progress. After all, when the new year comes, motivation is high… Read More
2018-03-16 08:14
March has been a busy! I haven’t posted anything since March 2, 2018. However, I’m back to a normal schedule for a little while. I do expect that April and May… Read More
2018-03-02 06:08
Another month is gone. February was such a short month, but I’m glad it’s over. Currently, I’m super busy at work and will be for the foreseeable future. … Read More
2018-02-22 03:54
Thanks in part to the recently passed tax cuts, I will be getting the largest tax refund I have ever gotten. Specifically, I will be getting a minimum of $5000. Thank you Governm… Read More
2018-02-17 06:51
What a busy week its been! I’ve had so many long hours at work. I actually have to go back to work today, tomorrow and even Monday, which is a holiday. It does feel g… Read More
2018-02-10 06:06
It was inevitable. The low expensive lifestyle that I’ve enjoyed is coming to an end. It now seems very apparent that my expenses will significantly increase this summer.&n&hell…Read More
2018-02-08 05:50
Dividend Portfolio began in late 2015. Since that time, I’ve never published a guest post or ran an advertisement. The most I’ve done was reference a few affiliate li… Read More
2018-02-04 05:38
I’ve been meaning to update my readers on a number of various topics that I’m focused on in 2018. At first, I was going to do separate posts about each and I might still do… Read More
2018-02-01 10:42
What a long month January was. For a guy who only gets paid twice a month, I had way too much month left after my money. But, February is finally here and now I’m all smile… Read More
2018-01-27 13:59
For years, I’ve been interested in the subject of personal finance. I’ve read many books, listened to many podcasts and more. I thought I had a a basic idea of what I… Read More
2018-01-25 05:49
There are a few key ingredients to building wealth. These include your income, expenses, savings rate, rate of return and time. I will go into several of these topics in later po… Read More
2018-01-20 07:36
Just wanted to bring to your attention that I recently added Emerson Elecrtric (EMR) to my dividend portfolio. EMR is a company that I’ve considered numerous times before but did… Read More
2018-01-15 06:16
It’s that time for me to choose the inspirational quote to help me and my readers get through the month. It’s a New Year and, already, we are taking time off to celebrate M… Read More
2018-01-11 04:42
Have you ever heard of the 52 week money challenge? If not, well, you’ve come to the right place. Basically, the 52 week money challenge is a great and fun way to save mone… Read More
2018-01-07 06:11
So, the new year is upon us. We’ve said good bye to 2017, and have a whole new year to look forward to. I’ve made my resolutions and now it’s time to dig a… Read More
2018-01-04 06:28
Happy New Year everyone. Technically, it’s just another day. But, in reality, it is not. It’s the beginning of a whole new year! It’s a time to reflect on… Read More
2018-01-01 04:21
It’s finally here. The first day of 2018. Well, it’s time for the final dividend income report for 2017. For simplicity, I will only focus on the dividend incom… Read More
2017-12-23 05:28
Merry Christmas everyone. I can’t for the New Year so I can share my plans to improve my health wealth. There are going to be so many changes, and the New Year is the perfe… Read More
2017-12-14 08:22
It’s that time of the month for me to choose an inspirational quote to help get me and my readers through the month. We could all use a little inspiration every now and again.&nb&hell…Read More
2017-12-02 07:02
November is finally over and we’ve entered the last month of the year. Wow. But before we forge ahead, it’s good to take stock of the past. November was an interesting month for… Read More
2017-11-20 17:20
This won’t be a long post, as I just wanted to do a quick update for my readers on how Dividend Portfolio is now more secure. If you look closely, you’ll see that Dividend P… Read More
2017-11-15 12:17
Last month, this blog introduced the Inspirational Quotes of the Month project. The idea is simple and the guidelines are contained in that post. But, around the 15th of the month, I w… Read More
2017-11-10 20:23
Do you have a magnificent portfolio of highly diversified dividend growth stocks? Or, are you new to investing and are looking at investing in dividend growth stocks for the first time? Well… Read More
2017-11-06 05:00
Thank you Johnson and Johnson. I logged into my account at Computershare and noticed that my recent addition to my JNJ shares have been updated. I am the proud owner of 12.2… Read More
2017-11-01 05:08
October has come and gone. I know it’s only 31 days, but it just felt like a long time waiting for the month to be over. However, the past month was an interesting one. I had a moment… Read More
2017-10-26 21:50
Recently, I had a moment to reflect. I wanted to take the time to think about where I’ve been, where I am today, and where I want to be in the future. I’m glad I took the time. T… Read More
2017-10-19 22:08
Life is busy. I get up in the mornings and head straight to work. Work is never a 9-5 job. After a long day, I come home tired. Still, my evening is just getting started. Depending on the da… Read More
2017-10-11 01:17
So I was deciding for a while what I should call this post. And, I figured I would call it what it is. That is, at least for October 2017, so far, I have too much month at the end of the mon… Read More
2017-10-01 23:46
Another month in the history books. September was interesting. I’ve been super busy at work, but right now, things have quieted down. But, unfortunately, that’s how my job i… Read More
2017-09-22 12:55
Well, I couldn’t resist the temptation anymore. I bought my first digital currencies yesterday. Specifically, I bought Bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin.
here are the numbers. At th… Read More
2017-09-13 05:31
The focus of this blog is on the dividend growth investment strategy I am pursuing with regards to my dividend portfolio. I generally write about potential recent stock purchases, and how my… Read More
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