The InvestorPlace 10 Best Stocks for 2013 includes 10 long-term investments from a group of money managers, market experts and financial journalists. The year-to-date returns below will be based on market close Monday, Dec. 31. Throughout the year, the contributors will regularly offer updates on the good, the bad and the unexpected as it relates to their best stock for 2013.

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Note: All returns reflect dividends paid across the year. Two Harbors also reflects returns and dividends from its April spinoff of Silver Bay Realty Trust.