How Do You Project Dividend Income?

Retirement is simple (we stop working). But it’s not necessarily easy (build up a passive income stream that replaces our previous wages). Retiring on dividends is my jam. Payouts that arrive every quarter—or better yet, every month —are about as passive as it gets. “Mailbox” money. Which is ideal. We’re not trying to work here, people! We’re crafting an income stream so that we needn’t answer to anyone else. When our payouts—plus social security and any pension payments (remember those?)—surpass our expenses, we’re there. See ya, Corporate America! And remember, we employ a “No Withdrawal” Portfolio . We live on dividends alone, which helps us keep our capital intact.… Read more