3 Dividend Stocks to Buy in December

This has been an outstanding year for investors: All of the major indices are up between 18% and 28%. But don't let a run like this lull you to sleep. As seasoned investors know, gains come in the long run, and drops happen very suddenly.

Younger investors should be hoping for drops, as it gives them opportunities to "buy low." But if you're nearing or in retirement, drastic drops in the stock market can cause irreversible damage to your nest egg. That's where the importance of safe, solid dividend payers come in.

Let these three dividends light the way for your nest egg. Image credit: Getty Images

Source: Fool.com