In this volatile and uncertain market, many investors have turned to dividend stocks for the stable income they provide, and the boost they can generate toward the total return if the dividends are reinvested.

A type of investment that many dividend investors turn to are REITs, which stands for real estate investment trusts. REITs are companies that own, operate, or finance income-producing real estate. Because of the tax advantages they are afforded, REITs are required by law to pay out 90% of their taxable income to investors through dividends. 

One of the most popular dividend-paying REITs is AGNC Investment (NASDAQ: AGNC). Let's take a look to see if AGNC Investment is the right dividend stock for you.

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