How to Find the Best Dividend Stocks

Dividend-paying stocks can make your financial life much better in a variety of ways. They can provide regular, dependable income year in and year out, no matter what the economy is doing. They can help support you in retirement with that income -- often without your having to sell the dividend-generating shares. Those dividends will typically grow over time, helping you keep up with inflation, too.

Dividend payers have been shown to outperform non-payers, on average, and they deserve a spot in your portfolio -- perhaps even a big spot. Here's how to find the best dividend-paying stocks.

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