Some stocks are loved by most investors—but not by Mike. We unpack a few "top holdings" from the Dividend Stocks Rock member list and explain why popularity doesn't automatically equal portfolio quality.

You'll also hear the real issue hiding behind each name: dividend momentum, business momentum, and whether the story still matches your rules.

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The finale pulls ideas from the Dividend Rockstar list, then pushes the filters further—looking for double-digit growth profiles across revenue, EPS, and dividends over five years.

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This is the process episode: portfolio management doesn't need to be complicated, but it does need rules. The goal is fewer dilemmas, faster decisions, and a portfolio you actually enjoy holding.

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High yield is tempting because it makes the math feel easier—but it can also be a shortcut into dividend traps. Mike shares three names he views as "deluxe bonds," plus a simple checklist to separate income from trouble.

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This episode is the "seatbelt" conversation: corrections happen, bear markets happen, and sometimes they start in one corner before spreading. The big message: don't try to time fear—prepare for it.

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A recap of what drove 2025 and why "waiting on the sidelines" often costs more than it protects. The discussion touches Canada's surprise outperformance, the AI ripple effect across sectors, and why narratives can get investors into trouble.

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This New Year mini-series is built for investors who want a clear plan for 2026—without drowning in market noise. Across six quick episodes, Mike and Vero cover where markets were in 2025, what could derail portfolios in 2026, how to think about high-yield stocks safely, and how to tighten your process so you can invest with conviction.

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A 7% yield can look like a shortcut—until it isn't. In this episode, Vero welcomes Russ Knopf (Dapper Dividends) to unpack how "accidentally high" yields happen, why they so often precede cuts, and the simple safety checks that keep your income on track. You'll hear real examples, the role of free cash flow vs. EPS, and how to balance yield today with total return tomorrow.

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Mike opens the books on his 2025 performance: ~8–9% up vs. a ~20% blended benchmark (50% CA / 50% US). He owns the underperformance, walks through the trades he's already made, and reaffirms the rules he's followed since 2010. No panic—just process.

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You asked for "sleep-at-night" ideas—so we brought six dividend growers with zero or very low debt. We explain why balance-sheet strength matters, when "too little debt" is actually a red flag, and the bull/bear angles for each pick. You'll leave with a practical checklist to vet debt risk and a shortlist you can research further—without chasing hype.

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