One easy way to generate passive income is by investing in dividend stocks. Dividend stocks are companies that make distributions to shareholders in the form of cash payments. Not all dividend stocks are equal, though.
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Dividend stocks are the multi-purpose tool of the markets. They offer investors a two-pronged path towards profitable returns, including a measure of defense against tough market conditions along with a steady source of passive income. It’s an attractive combination. The best dividend stocks will give an inflation-beating income based on the dividend alone, backing it up with a long-term history of reliable payments. It’s a win-win situation for investors: when the stock goes up, you’ll make mon
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