Dividend growth investing is all about buying the best stocks in the world and holding them for the long haul. But how can you tell a great stock apart from a terrible one? Winners tend to have brands that are well-recognized and trusted, which helps sales and profits to grow over time.

Few companies fit these requirements better than the home improvement retailer Home Depot (NYSE: HD). Let's take a look at why the stock is a no-brainer buy for investors building a dividend growth stock portfolio from scratch and those looking to strengthen their existing portfolio.

One year after its founding in 1978, Home Depot's vision of a one-stop shop for do-it-yourselfers (DIY) became a reality. Now with more than one million products available for the DIY customer, professional contractors, and the do-it-for-me customer, Home Depot has more products than you could ever imagine. 

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