In this episode, I reveal 3 high-quality dividend stocks I just bought for my long-term portfolio. These aren’t your typical dividend stocks — they’re under-the-radar compounders with top-tier fundamentals and strong dividend coverage.I also walk through:

My Quality Dividend Portfolio strategy

Why I’m focusing on fundamentals in 2025

How I dollar cost average $600 every 2 weeks

Key financial and dividend safety metrics I track on 700+ stocks

Let me know in the comments: Are you buying any new dividend stocks this month?

Today we’re diving deep into 4 of the most talked-about infrastructure investments: UTF, ASGI, IGF, and BIPC. Whether you’re looking for monthly income, long-term growth, or a hedge against inflation, infrastructure investing offers powerful benefits for dividend-focused investors.

📊 In this video, we compare: • UTF: Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund • ASGI: abrdn Global Infrastructure Income • IGF: iShares Global Infrastructure ETF • BIPC: Brookfield Infrastructure Corporation

We break down each fund or stock’s strategy, leverage, dividend yield, expense ratios, top holdings, and historical returns, so you know which fits your portfolio best.

With infrastructure spending expected to top $3.5–4 trillion annually by 2030, this sector is set to grow—and so is your income potential.

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I’m sharing 10 hard truths about dividend growth investing—the kind of lessons you only learn after years in the game. Whether you’re just getting started or already knee-deep in dividend stocks, these insights will help you avoid mistakes, stay the course, and build real, lasting wealth.

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In today’s video, I’m giving you my first look at the brand new NEOS Gold High Income ETF (IAUI), which officially launched today! If you’re interested in monthly income, options strategies, and precious metals exposure, this new ETF might be worth adding to your dividend and income investing watchlist.

We’ll cover:✅ The investment strategy behind the NEOS Gold High Income ETF✅ How NEOS aims to generate monthly income through option overlays✅ How the fund structures its covered call contracts✅ A look at the current portfolio holdings✅ An early estimate of the distribution yield✅ How this ETF compares to other high-income strategies

NEOS continues to bring innovation to the ETF income space, and this gold-themed fund could offer investors a unique blend of commodity exposure and cash flow. Whether you’re a dividend growth investor, an income-focused retiree, or just someone curious about the latest ETF launch, this video is your quick-start guide.

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We sit down with Chris D’Agnes, portfolio manager at Hamlin Capital Management, for an in-depth conversation on dividend growth investing. Chris breaks down the benefits of dividend stocks, the key differences between dividend growth vs high yield strategies, and where dividends outperform share buybacks in creating lasting shareholder value.

Most importantly, Chris outlines Hamlin Capital Management's 5 investing criteria for building a reliable, income-generating portfolio — the same principles that have guided their dividend growth strategy for years.

If you’re serious about long-term income and building wealth through dividends, this interview is packed with insight you don’t want to miss.

Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:45 Welcome Chris D'Agnes, Portfolio Manager at Hamlin Capital Management01:15 Chris' background03:48 History of Hamlin Capital Management05:15 Why did Hamlin choose to focus on a dividend investing strategy?07:50 Reasons why dividend stocks outperform over time13:35 Dividends vs. Buybacks18:55 High dividend yield vs. dividend growth26:06 Hamlin's Dividend Equity Strategy35:50 What can Hamlin offer to investors?36:49 Examples of companies Hamlin might invest in43:40 Where to get more information about Hamlin Capital Management44:35 Summary

The First-Ever Options Wheel ETF Is HERE! | Interview with WEEL Creator Erik ThompsonWhat if you could access the Options Wheel strategy—a powerful, income-generating approach—inside a single ETF?We sit down with Erik Thompson, founder of Peerless Wealth, to discuss WEEL, the first ETF built entirely around the Options Wheel strategy. This game-changing fund could reshape how dividend and income investors approach options.In This Deep Dive, You’ll Learn:✅ Erik Thompson’s background and why he created WEEL✅ How the Options Wheel strategy works (and how WEEL automates it)✅ What ETFs and assets are inside WEEL✅ The pros and cons of using the Options Wheel in real-world investing✅ How WEEL can fit into a dividend or income-focused portfolio✅ Why WEEL stands out from traditional covered call ETFs✅ Dividend stocks vs. the S&P 500 — what history tells us✅ Timeless advice for new investors just getting startedWhether you’re an options trader, ETF investor, or a dividend growth enthusiast, this is a must-watch interview that uncovers one of the most innovative new ETFs on the market!📈 Ready to build income the smart way? Watch now and see if WEEL deserves a spot in your portfolio!⸻Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:40 Welcome Erik Thompson, Founder of Peerless Wealth01:10 Background of Erik and Peerless ETFs03:55 How does the Options Wheel work?09:40 What investments are in WEEL10:50 Summary of the Options Wheel strategy12:02 Advantages of the Options Wheel strategy12:20 Disadvantages of the Options Wheel strategy13:15 Deep dive into WEEL17:04 How WEEL fits into an investor's portfolio19:45 Historical performance of the Dividend Aristocrats vs the S&P 50021:25 Advice for new investors22:53 Summary of WEEL23:15 Wrap
📊 Explore More🌐 Learn more about Peerless Wealth: www.peerless-wealth.com📘 WEEL ETF: www.peerlessetfs.com

We sit down with John Bartlett, President and Portfolio Manager at Reaves Asset Management, to discuss the Reaves Utility Income Fund (ticker: UTG) — one of the most popular closed-end funds (CEFs) for dividend investors. Not only does UTG provide high monthly income, but it has outperformed the S&P 500 since UTG started in 2004!We dive into: • What makes UTG a standout in the CEF space • The fund’s focus on utility, telecom, and infrastructure stocks • How Reaves manages risk, leverage, and income generation • UTG’s dividend strategy, performance history, and long-term outlook • Why income-focused investors may want to consider this fund in their portfolioIf you’re interested in high-yield income, closed-end funds, and investing in essential services like utilities and communications, this is a must-watch!Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:33 Welcome John Bartlett, President of Reaves Asset Management00:59 Reaves Asset Management background and history02:03 What is a Closed End Fund (CEF)?04:25 Overview of the utility sector05:15 What type of companies & sectors does UTG invest in?07:38 What are some of the growth drivers in the utility industry?14:29 UTG's use of leverage16:26 Thoughts on the renewable energy sector19:17 Deep Dive of UTG - The Reaves Utility Income Fund23:55 Where to find more info about UTG and Reaves25:33 Summary and outro

We sit down with Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares ETFs, the team who also bought us the very popular ETF, OMAH, to talk about their brand-new income-focused ETF: QUSA – the VistaShares Target 15 USA Quality Income ETF.We break down everything you need to know about QUSA: • The investment strategy behind targeting high-quality U.S. companies • The sector allocation and top holdings • Their options overlay program designed to enhance income • And how QUSA can fit into a dividend investor’s long-term portfolioWhether you’re an income-focused investor or looking to add quality yield exposure with options income, this ETF could be worth a look.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to QUSA00:38 Welcome Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares01:00 Overview of OMAH ETF performance03:06 Deep Dive into QUSA - VistaShares Target 15™ USA Quality Income ETF06:09 Top Holdings and Sectors in QUSA10:23 Options Strategy used in QUSA13:30 NAV Erosion and strategies used in QUSA14:35 There is no free lunch: Setting return expectations15:30 Summary of QUSA15:56 Where does QUSA fit into an investors portfolio?17:45 Outro

In this interview, we talk with Joe Becker from Innovator ETFs to break down SPUT – the Innovator Equity Premium Income – Daily PutWrite ETF from Innovator ETFs, one of the most unique new income strategies on the market.We take a deep dive into:✅ What makes SPUT different from covered call ETFs✅ How SPUT generates monthly income with daily put options on the S&P 500✅ The fund’s distribution policy, strategy, and underlying holdings✅ The rise of actively managed income ETFs and how they benefit investorsIf you’re an income-focused investor looking for a diversified way to generate monthly cash flow without relying on traditional dividends or covered calls, this video is a must-watch.Time Stamps:00:00 intro 00:40 Welcome to Joe Becker, Director of Product Management at Innovator ETFs01:08 Background of Innovator ETFs and Joe04:00 Joe’s thoughts on the future of active ETFs vs. passive approaches06:40 Benefit to shareholders using an active manager for their ETFs10:13 Deep Dive in SPUT - Equity Premium Income - Daily PutWrite ETF23:50 Tax treatment of distributions from SPUT25:05 Why focus on puts instead of covered calls?26:21 Where to get more info on SPUT?26:53 Outro

Brand new income ETF from NEOS! We sit down with Troy Cates, Co-Founder and Portfolio Manager at NEOS Investments, to dive into their brand-new income ETF: SPYH – The NEOS S&P 500 Hedged Equity Income ETF.We break down:✅ What makes SPYH unique✅ The fund’s options-based strategy for generating monthly income✅ How SPYH aims to reduce downside risk while staying invested in the S&P 500✅ The current stock market outlook amid recent volatility✅ An exclusive update on IYRI, the NEOS Real Estate High Income ETFIf you’re looking for new ways to boost yield while protecting capital, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!👉 Subscribe to Dividend Stockpile for more dividend and income investing insightsTimestamps:00:00 Intro00:20 Welcome Troy00:55 Troy's insights on the current market volatility01:15 How is the recent volatility affecting your ETFs?04:37 Does the market direction on the day of your options rolling affect your process?05:55 YTD performance of SPYI and QQQI07:27 How much of the NEOS ETFs are overwritten right now?08:25 Update on IYRI: NEOS Real Estate High Income ETF10:14 Troy's response to a viewer question regarding how NEOS ETFs will handle a prolonged downturn12:17 Has NEOS seen any NAV erosion on its ETFs with the current market downturn?13:23 Deep dive on SPYH: S&P 500 Hedged Equity Income ETF19:10 Where can people get more information about your products?19:40 Are there any new ETFs on the way from NEOS?20:20 Troy's summary of the market and how investors can manage through the volatility

I’m revealing my new quality-focused dividend stock portfolio, showing you exactly how I built it from the ground up — including the quality metrics I used, the sectors I’m invested in, and each stock by sector.You’ll also get a look at my custom spreadsheet, which tracks each stock’s metrics, including quality factors, dividend yield, payout ratio, dividend growth rate, and more. This is the blueprint I used to build this high-quality, sustainable dividend portfolio — perfect for what's to come.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss a Dividend Stockpile update!📥 Drop a comment below with what quality metrics you use for your dividend portfolio!

We sat down with Jenny Van Leeuwen Harrington, CEO and Portfolio Manager at Gilman Hill Asset Management, to dive deep into the power of dividend income investing.

Jenny shares her journey into the world of investment management and how her firm, Gilman Hill, crafts portfolios built around dependable dividend income for its clients. We cover:

✅ Jenny’s investment philosophy and client focus at Gilman Hill✅ The case for dividend investing in all market environments✅ The difference between dividend investing vs. dividend growth investing✅ Why dividend strategies may be better than the traditional 4% withdrawal rule✅ A behind-the-scenes look at her new book - Dividend Investing: Dependable Income to Navigate All Market Environments✅ Who the book is for and what readers can expect✅ Sectors and a few dividend stocks Jenny thinks will perform over the next 3 years

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Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction00:54 Welcome Jenny01:15 Jenny's professional background06:00 The power of dividends compared to growth investing11:12 Jenny's focus for the Equity Income strategy18:05 Portfolio position sizing and Diversification philosophy20:42 Discussion on Jenny's new book: Dividend Investing: Dependable Income to Navigate All Market Environments27:04 How do you know what kind of investor you are?28:47 What industries or sectors do you think will do well given the current market and economic outlook?32:27 Are there a few companies that you think are worth researching now?39:51 Where can people find more info about you and your firm?41:00 Outro

We sat down with Jay Hatfield, Founder, CEO, and Portfolio Manager at Infrastructure Capital Advisors (InfraCap). Jay shares his investment background and gives a behind-the-scenes look at InfraCap’s focus on income-oriented investing, infrastructure, and preferred securities.We dive deep into InfraCap’s two flagship preferred stock ETFs — PFFA (Virtus InfraCap U.S. Preferred Stock ETF) and PFFR (InfraCap REIT Preferred ETF) — exploring what sets them apart, their yield potential, risk profiles, and how they’re managed. Jay also gives his expert take on today’s market conditions and how preferred stocks can play a critical role in a diversified income portfolio, especially in a high-rate or volatile environment.If you’re looking to boost portfolio income or better understand preferred stock ETFs, this is a must-watch.👉 Tickers discussed: PFFA, PFFRTime Stamps:00:00 Introduction00:40 Welcome Jay Hatfield, Founder, CEO, and Portfolio manager at Infrastructure Capital Advisors (InfraCap)00:58 Jay's background and InfraCap's focus areas02:55 Insights into the current stock market volatility07:51 Sectors to focus on during this tariff confusion12:05 In-depth discussion on PFFA: Virtus InfraCap U.S. Preferred Stock ETF18:23 In-depth discussion on PFFR: InfraCap REIT Preferred ETF24:24 Opinion on how these funds can fit into an investors portfolio25:24 Where to find more information on PFFA and PFFR26:23 Outro🔔 Subscribe to Dividend Stockpile for more dividend investing insights and interviews with top fund managers.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nncWeDeE7WvMM530DHwkg/join

Simplify Asset Management's Michael Green, Portfolio Manager and Chief Strategist, joins us to discuss the benefits of CDX - Simplify High Yield ETF. Michael has decades of investing experience and he shares his knowledge on topics such as the current state of the market, the dilemma of passive vs. active management, how regular dividends and synthetic dividends work and differ, and a deep dive on one of Simplify's high yield ETFs.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:37 Welcome Michael Green from Simplify Asset Management00:58 Michael's background01:40 Intro to Simplify Asset Management03:12 Thoughts on the stock market today10:00 Passive vs. Active Management14:15 Benefits of Dividend Investing16:00 Deep Dive of CDX - Simplify High Yield ETF29:40 Traditional dividends vs. synthetic dividends34:00 List of all Simplify's ETFs and where to get more info 36:25 OutroMake sure to subscribe so you never miss a video!Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nncWeDeE7WvMM530DHwkg/join

In this exclusive interview, I sit down with Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares, to discuss their brand-new income-focused ETF: OMAH – the VistaShares Target 15 Berkshire Select Income ETF! We dive into:

✅ How the OMAH ETF is built around Warren Buffett’s top stock holdings

✅ The methodology behind OMAH and how it selects its holdings

✅ Where OMAH fits into a dividend investor’s portfolio

✅ What investors can expect in terms of income and distributionsIf you’re looking for an income-focused ETF with a Buffett-inspired twist, this is a must-watch! Let me know in the comments: Will you be adding OMAH to your portfolio? 👇🔔 Subscribe for more dividend investing insights!👍 Like this video if you found it helpful!

Join us for an exclusive interview with Troy Cates, Managing Director of NEOS Investments!

We dive deep into the 2024 performance of NEOS ETFs, including SPYI, QQQI, and IWMI, and discuss key updates on their IYRI ETF. Troy also breaks down the impact of Return of Capital (ROC) and shares his market outlook for 2025.

If you’re an income investor or interested in option-enhanced ETFs, this is a must-watch!🔔 Subscribe to Dividend Stockpile for more expert interviews and dividend investing insights!

📈 Topics Covered:00:00 Intro and Welcome 02:39 NEOS ETF 2024 Results02:55 SPYI 2024 Review05:52 QQQI 2024 Review07:57 IWMI 2024 Review09:31 2025 Results so far13:23 IYRI REIT ETF update16:51 Return of Capital (ROC) discussion20:44 How to use NEOS ETFs to build a diversified income portfolio24:00 2025 Outlook25:55 Outro

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Join me for an exclusive conversation with Chandler Nichols from Advisors Asset Management (AAM) as we dive into the world of income ETF investing!

We’ll explore AAM’s background, their approach to generating income for investors, and Chandler’s personal journey in the industry. Plus, we’ll discuss market volatility and how it impacts dividend investors.

We’ll also take a deep dive into three key income-focused ETFs:📌 BDIV – AAM’s take on a balanced dividend strategy📌 SPDV – An innovative approach to S&P 500 dividend investing📌 PFLD – A targeted preferred income ETF

If you’re looking for expert insights on income investing, unique approaches to dividend and income ETF investing, and market trends, this is a discussion you won’t want to miss!

Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:43 Welcome Chandler00:55 Who is AAM - Advisors Asset Management?06:10 Chandler's role and background08:15 AAM's approach to dividend investing10:33 - BDIV in depth17:32 - SPDV in depth23:27 - PFLD in depth31:55 - Bonus Pick - LODI in depth!35:40 - Where to get more info on AAM ETFs

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With market uncertainty and economic shifts in the U.S., many dividend investors are looking to diversify globally. In this video, we break down four of the best international dividend ETFs to help you expand your portfolio beyond the U.S. and increase passive income.

📌 Featured ETFs:✅ IDVO – Amplify International Enhanced Dividend Income ETF (Covered Call Strategy)✅ IDV – iShares International Select Dividend ETF (High Yield)✅ SCHY – Schwab International Dividend Equity ETF (Dividend Growth)✅ VYMI – Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF (Balanced Growth & Yield)

We’ll cover their dividend yield, growth, expense ratios, top holdings, and total returns to help you decide which international dividend ETF fits your investment strategy. Plus, I’ll share which one I’m adding to my portfolio now!

📈 Looking to diversify your dividend portfolio beyond the U.S.? Watch now to see how these international dividend ETFs can spread risk and enhance long-term returns.

💬 Comment below: Which international dividend ETF do you own or plan to buy?

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Interested in investing in the future of clean energy? Want exposure to commodities without owning the physical metals?

Today we are discussing the iShares Transition-Enabling Metals ETF (TMET).

This ETF, launched by BlackRock, provides exposure to the critical metals powering the clean energy revolution—like copper, aluminum, nickel, and cobalt—through futures contracts rather than physical holdings.

In this video, we break down:✅ What is TMET? – The fund’s structure, holdings, and investment strategy✅ How TMET Works – Why it tracks metal futures instead of physical commodities✅ Performance & Returns – How TMET has performed so far in 2025✅ TMET’s 28% Dividend Yield – What it really means for investors✅ Risks & Considerations – Volatility, taxation, and futures-based risksIf you’re looking for diversified exposure to clean energy metals or a potential inflation hedge, TMET might be worth considering—but is it right for your portfolio? Watch now to find out!