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Others may provide more reliable payouts but at a rate thats too low to meet your income needs.

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The best of the best when it comes to dividend stocks are the so-called dividend aristocrats.

This means youll need to earn a yield of 4%.

If you want $6,000 instead, youll need a yield of 6%.

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Higher-paying dividend stocks, on the other hand, tend to have more limited opportunities for capital appreciation.

Before you invest, ensure that any stocks youre considering match your investment objectives and risk tolerance.

These varying tax rates can affect the net amount of income you actually receive each year from your portfolio.

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