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Many investors overlook the importance of steady income. No matter your investment profile, dividends provide stable growth with consistent payments that accrue and compound over time. If you plan to retire wealthy, you need stocks that will pay you to own them. Our investment analysts highlight the stocks with the highest yields, uncover those increasing their payouts and evaluate the highly regarded Dividend Aristocrats, plus much more. Read on to find out how you can profit from investing in dividend stocks.

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Check Out This Ultimate Checklist for Rebalancing Your Portfolio

If you’re serious about investing, you need to take the time to occasionally and devote it to rebalancing your portfolio. Rebalancing is a way to…

7 Dividend Stocks to Buy That Make the Grade

It’s always good to have a couple total return picks in your portfolio, especially grade-A dividend stocks like these!

Boeing Co (BA) Stock Is a First-Class Rise to $200

Considering Boeing's possible incremental dividend increases and share repurchases, BA stock won’t lose altitude as it heads to $200.

3 Dividend Aristocrats That Deserve the Title … and 2 Pretenders

Investors looking for the surest path to dividend growth typically look to the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats but caution is advised

Buy Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) Stock for Its Dividend and Wait

Valero (VLO) has taken it on the chin, but the energy patch is perking up. Now VLO stock should be a solid bet for the long term.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Still a Strong Pick

Microsoft dipped after reporting another solid quarter. With growth ahead for MSFT stock, the company continues to impress investors.

5 Predictable, Cash-Rich Dividend Stocks to Buy (DCP, VLO, TGT, PBI, RRD)

We've come up with a solid way to cut through the noise of dividend stocks, and with it these 5 dividend stocks to buy...

Buffett Thinks Phillips 66 (PSX) Stock Is a Great Buy. You Should Too.

Phillips 66 (PSX) is a great long-term value investment, certified by the Oracle of Omaha himself. Buy PSX stock without hesitation.

Is International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) Stock All Out of Air?

International Business Machines (IBM) managed to come out of near-oblivion in the early 90s, but IBM stock could be in trouble this time.

Why Ford Motor Company (F) Stock Won’t Be Saved By a New CEO

Ford stock rose 2% on the news of the departure of CEO Mark Fields. But the new CEO won't cure everything that's wrong with F as a company.

AT&T Inc. (T) Stock’s 5.1% Dividend Yield Isn’t Worth It

Investors continue to chase AT&T Inc.’s juicy 5.1% dividend yield. It isn’t worth it to buy T stock. Here’s why.

Why General Motors Company (GM) Stock Is a Better Buy Than Ford

Ford (F) has a higher dividend, but General Motors (GM) stock has better growth, a lower valuation and a more stable management team.

Ex-Dividend Reminders Include Brooks Automation (BRKS), Sealed Air Corp (SEE)

Brooks Automation, Frank's International and Sealed Air Corp will trade ex-dividend on May 31. Here are payout details for BRKS, SEE, and FI

Bank of America Corp (BAC) Stock Is a Buy. Kinda.

Aggressive investors can jump on Bank of America right this minute, but more conservative investors should wait for a pullback in BAC stock.

AT&T Inc. (T) Stock Is the Bargain That Will Keep on Giving

T stock is good for investors who are looking for a safe dividend-payer with sustainable cash flow. Here's what you need to know about AT&T.

Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) Stock Remains in Play for Income Investors

Exxon Mobil (XOM) is investing heavily in refining and chemical operations to maintain its dividend with current oil prices.

Why Travelers Companies Inc Is a Long Term Dividend Stock Star (TRV)

Travelers Companies is a dividend star within its sector. Here's why TRV is a long term holding for income minded investors

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Is Heading to $80

Microsoft (MSFT) stock is not only safe, but also on the verge of strong growth driven by the investments MSFT is making in its ecosystem.

General Electric Company (GE): What to Do With GE Stock at 52-Week Lows

General Electric stock has fallen to new 52-week lows. GE stock could be a buy on a further decline, so long as its dividend remains intact.