Got $5,000? Here Are 2 Dividend Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold for Decades

If you are in a financial position to invest $5,000 in new stocks today, you will find no shortage of exciting options. If you would like to balance the potential for solid returns with long-term stability, dividend stocks might be the best place to start your search. Companies that have a history of regularly increasing their payouts are particularly attractive, because they generally sport strong financials and tend to have proven, resilient business models.

Two stocks that fit that profile are AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) and Visa (NYSE: V). Let's look at why both companies are strong buy-and-hold investment picks for your portfolio.

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