There's nothing better than earning money without having to actively work for it. It's why dividend stocks are such an attractive investment for income-focused investors.

Not only do dividend stocks provide stable income through volatile markets, but the income you earn from these investments can grow substantially over time. Look at Realty Income (NYSE: O), Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital (NYSE: HASI), and Federal Realty Investment Trust (NYSE: FRT). All three companies have years of dividend increases under their belt and pay yields three times that of the S&P 500.

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