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I’m Russ, born in '78, Chicago raised, US Navy in the late '90s, have a wife and two teenage daughters, commercial loading dock equipment installer and service tech since '99.
While the following content are my opinions on investing and life, nothing is to be considered advice, but shared knowledge for your fun and entertainment!
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In this video, I share how my family reached a $1,000,000 net worth as a welder with no college degree. Ten years ago we had less than $100,000 saved, two young kids, and a stay-at-home wife. I break down the simple habits that worked for us, the mistakes that cost me money, and what I would focus on if I were starting over today. This isn’t financial advice, just my real experience building wealth slowly through work ethic, saving, investing, and patience. Check out the VIDEO!
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#280~ Full Dividend Portfolio Review & Reveal!
Episode 280
Saturday, January 3, 2026 • Duration 22:10
In this podcast, you'll learn about EVERY dividend received in 2025, all the portfolio moves, and the whole portfolio reveal. Check out the VIDEO!
📖 How Not to Invest: The ideas, numbers, and behaviors that destroy wealth―and how to avoid them, by Barry Ritholtz
Only 1.3% of stocks drive nearly all market returns—and the odds of picking those winners are worse than 1 in 75 against you. Even professional fund managers fail to beat the index 93-95% of the time over 20 years. This video explains why market-cap-weighted index funds like VTI and VOO automatically solve this problem by owning more of the winners as they grow, while new winners replace fading ones. Learn the 5 key advantages of indexing: lower costs, owning all the winners automatically, better long-term performance, simplicity, and avoiding bad investing behavior. No fluff, just the facts from "How NOT to Invest" by Barry Ritholtz. 📖 How Not to Invest: The ideas, numbers, and behaviors that destroy wealth―and how to avoid them, by Barry Ritholtz
SimplySafeDividends just downgraded a major pharmaceutical stock with a 7% dividend yield. I break down why this dividend freeze could signal a cut ahead. Watch the YouTube video.In this video, I cover:-Why Pfizer's dividend freeze is the first warning sign (first since 2009)-How "accidentally high yields" indicate danger, not opportunity-The 97% free cash flow payout ratio leaves no margin for error-Declining revenue and the $17-18B patent cliff ahead-What dividend investors should look for to avoid dividend trapsThis is NOT a prediction that Pfizer will cut - it's an educational analysis of the risk factors every dividend investor should understand. Learn how to spot warning signs before they become dividend cuts.
In this video, @DapperDividends and @RyneWilliams sit down and answer some of the most common dividend investing questions we get from our audience. We talk about the biggest trap that causes the most damage to investors, how we think about staying disciplined during market volatility, and when it actually makes sense to add more money to a stock that’s already gone up. We also touch on dividend investing, covered calls, and what it would realistically take to one day live off dividend income.The ideas and opinions presented in this video are meant for informational and entertainment purposes only, are not intended to serve as a recommendation to buy or sell any security in any account, and are not an offer or sale of a security. They are also not research reports and are not intended to serve as the basis for any investment decision.
#276~ Execs Spending Millions on Their Own Dividend Stock!
Episode 276
Sunday, December 14, 2025 • Duration 11:41
Discover 5 dividend-paying stocks where CEOs and CFOs are buying shares with their own money—including $5 million in purchases at one company in a single week. When executives put their personal cash into their own stock, especially when the CFO oversees all the finances, it's worth paying attention. This video breaks down Blue Owl Capital (OWL), TriplePoint Venture Growth (TPVG), Hershey (HSY), Energizer (ENR), and Dorchester Minerals (DMLP)—all with recent insider buying activity. Not financial advice, but a great starting point for your own research into these dividend stocks. Check out the YouTube video!
#275~ 3 Dividend Growth Stocks Too Cheap to Ignore!
Episode 275
Sunday, November 30, 2025 • Duration 20:18
In this video I break down three high-quality dividend growth companies that all earn over 20% returns on capital and are trading below their historical valuations. I explain why ROCE matters, then walk through Kinsale Capital (KNSL), Zoetis (ZTS), and Automatic Data Processing (ADP) using simple fundamentals like combined ratios, margins, payout ratios, and long dividend track records. My goal is to help you quickly decide whether these stocks deserve a spot on your watchlist so you can research them further. This is educational only — I’m a blue-collar welder sharing what I’m learning, not a financial advisor. Check out the YouTube video!
#274~ Top 1% Dividend Expert Reveals 2 Stocks He's Buying
Episode 274
Saturday, November 15, 2025 • Duration 37:52
Travis from DividendCollectionAgency.com ranks in the top 1% of financial experts (#197 out of 31,973) with an average return of 12.70% since 2023. In this interview, he shares two dividend stocks the Agency is buying right now, plus his take on REITs like Realty Income versus competitors, VICI Properties' timing, and advice for new investors. Former Navy Chief turned dividend investor breaks down what's working in today's market. Watch the YouTube video!Follow Dividend Collection Agency:SeekingAlpha.com
Warren Buffett's 2025 Thanksgiving LetterCheck out my current portfolio on 📱→Blossom: (affiliate)🔥 SPECIAL OFFER: Get 7 FREE days of Seeking Alpha Premium, plus $30 off! I use it for my own research and stock analysis. Check it out hereP.S. That's my affiliate link - thanks for the support!Timestamps:00:00 Intro/ Rebrand to Dividend Collection Agency03:07 Military ETFs on the way: VETS & SALR07:46 SeekingAlpha.com writing process11:24 Why Realty Income (O) could underperform these REITs15:23 Stock pick #1 - BBW19:27 Stock pick #2 - OTIS24:39 The best time to buy VICI Properties (VICI)29:05 Tips for Beginner Investors31:34 Thoughts on the KMB-KVUE merger35:16 Does the U.S. Navy support drinking?37:03 Where to reach Travis (Dividend Collection Agency)
Starbucks (SBUX) just reported its first positive same-store sales in almost two years, but I'm still worried it might cut its dividend. In this video, I break down something most investors miss: how companies can make their numbers look better by closing underperforming stores right before quarter-end. I'll show you three warning signs every dividend investor should watch - payout ratios over 100%, sudden drops in dividend growth, and metric head-fakes in earnings reports. Starbucks is paying out 123% of their free cash flow as dividends, raised their dividend only 1.6% (vs their usual 9-15%), and closed 627 stores in Q4. After 7+ years of investing, I've seen this pattern before. All the warning signs are there - does that mean a cut is coming? Not necessarily, but the ingredients are lined up. Whether you own Starbucks or any other dividend stock, you'll learn how to spot these red flags before the headlines catch up. the YouTube video!
#272~What I’d Do Differently After 7 Years Investing
Episode 272
Monday, October 27, 2025 • Duration 15:45
Ever wonder what you’d change if you could start investing all over again? In this video, I break down the biggest lessons I’ve learned from 7 years in the market—what worked, what didn’t, and the one thing I wish I knew from the start. Whether you’re brand new or just looking for fresh ideas, you’ll get my real-world take in plain English. Hit play and let’s simplify investing together! Watch the YouTube video!
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FREE eBook on Life, Love, and Investing.
Remember, having a single income stream is risky, and seeking multiple passive income streams would be wise.
Check out my portfolios and FREE Weekly Newsletter signup: https://dapperdividends.com
FREE eBook on Life, Love, and Investing.
Remember, having a single income stream is risky, and seeking multiple passive income streams would be wise.
Check out my portfolios and FREE Weekly Newsletter signup: https://dapperdividends.com
FREE eBook on Life, Love, and Investing.
Remember, having a single income stream is risky, and seeking multiple passive income streams would be wise.
Check out my portfolios and FREE Weekly Newsletter signup: https://dapperdividends.com
FREE eBook on Life, Love, and Investing.
Remember, having a single income stream is risky, and seeking multiple passive income streams would be wise.
Check out my portfolios and FREE Weekly Newsletter signup: https://dapperdividends.com
FREE eBook on Life, Love, and Investing.
Remember, having a single income stream is risky, and seeking multiple passive income streams would be wise.
Check out my portfolios and FREE Weekly Newsletter signup: https://dapperdividends.com
FREE eBook on Life, Love, and Investing.
Remember, having a single income stream is risky, and seeking multiple passive income streams would be wise.
Check out my portfolios and FREE Weekly Newsletter signup: https://dapperdividends.com
FREE eBook on Life, Love, and Investing.
Remember, having a single income stream is risky, and seeking multiple passive income streams would be wise.
Check out my portfolios and FREE Weekly Newsletter signup: https://dapperdividends.com
FREE eBook on Life, Love, and Investing.
Remember, having a single income stream is risky, and seeking multiple passive income streams would be wise.
FREE eBook on Life, Love, and Investing.
Remember, having a single income stream is risky, and seeking multiple passive income streams would be wise.
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