Dividend Investing with Longacres Finance

I've been tracking a dividend stock strategy since June 2023. After 30 completed 12-month portfolios, I wanted to take a closer look at what I've learned, how the results compare with the S&P 500 and SCHD, and why I believe there's a case for continuing to follow this approach.I call it the 4 Factor Strategy, and it combines four characteristics I look for when evaluating a business:1. Forward Dividend Yield2. 5-Year Dividend Growth3. Return on Capital Employed (ROCE)4. Free Cash Flow Relative to Total DebtThe objective is to identify companies that combine a reasonable starting yield, a history of dividend growth, efficient capital allocation, and financial strength.My personal goal is for the strategy to generate approximately 12% annualized returns over the long term while producing a growing stream of dividend income.HOW HAS IT PERFORMED?Across 30 completed portfolios, the average returns have been:- 4 Factor Strategy: 18.59%- S&P 500: 19.93%- SCHD: 14.52%The results have varied considerably. The weakest completed portfolio returned -5.29%, while the strongest returned 52.87%.I've also tracked 12 different monthly starting cycles, each of which has produced an annualized return of at least 12% so far.These are forward-tracked portfolios, not historical backtests. However, this is still a relatively short observation period, and I don't consider these results proof of future performance.THE 4 FACTOR STRATEGY IS NOW IN YIELDRI've brought the strategy directly into Yieldr, where the top 50 companies from my Quality Investable Universe are ranked across all four factors.The rankings update daily whenever the market is open, allowing you to follow the companies and see how their relative positions change.You can use the ranking as a complete 20-stock portfolio, a smaller selection of holdings, or simply as a starting point for your own investment research.EXPLORE YIELDRPortfolio tracking, financial analytics, stock research, and the 4 Factor Strategy.https://yieldrapp.com/sign-up?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=4-factorMore about the 4 Factor Strategy: https://yieldrapp.com/learn/4-factor-strategyDisclaimer: This video is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.

Not every Dividend King is a good investment at today's price. In this video, I narrow the list of 59 Dividend Kings down to 10 companies that pass my quality and valuation filters and highlight the 6 that look most interesting for further research.These companies have increased their dividends for at least 50 consecutive years. But a long dividend streak is only the starting point. I also look at forward return potential, estimated fair value, and business quality to find companies that may offer attractive opportunities today.The 6 Dividend Kings I'd research first:• Pentair (PNR)• Carlisle Companies (CSL)• The Marzetti Company (MZTI)• RPM International (RPM)• Lowe's (LOW)• Commerce Bancshares (CBSH)How I narrowed the list:• Started with 59 Dividend Kings• Filtered for at least 10% estimated forward return potential — 33 remained• Removed stocks trading above estimated fair value — 26 remained• Required a Yieldr Quality Score of at least 70 — 10 remained• Identified 6 with a Return Potential Score of 70 or higherI also explain how forward return potential is calculated using three components: dividend yield, expected five-year earnings-per-share growth, and annualized valuation upside toward estimated fair value.Explore the full Dividend Kings list for free:https://yieldrapp.com/learn/dividend-kings?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=dividend-kingsRead the original article on Substack:https://qualityatafairprice.substack.com/p/the-only-10-dividend-kings-id-payThe figures discussed in this video are estimates based on current data and assumptions, not guarantees of future returns. Fair-value estimates can be wrong, and stocks can remain undervalued for extended periods. This video is for educational and informational purposes only, not investment advice.Subscribe to Longacres Finance for data-driven research on quality companies, dividend growth, valuation, and long-term investing.#DividendKings #DividendGrowthInvesting #ValueInvesting

How do you build a dividend portfolio that can generate reliable income and stand the test of time? It takes more than chasing high yields or buying companies with long dividend growth streaks.In this video, I walk through 6 steps to building a long-term dividend portfolio designed to help you grow your wealth, build sustainable income, and stay on track toward your financial goals.Whether you're just starting out with dividend investing or working toward replacing your paycheck in retirement, these principles can help you build a portfolio with a plan behind it.In this video, we'll cover:– Why dividend yield isn't everything– Step 1: Define your dividend portfolio goals– Step 2: Make sure the numbers actually work– Step 3: Keep your investment strategy simple– Step 4: Stop waiting for the perfect time to invest– Step 5: Track more than just dividend income– Step 6: Know when to adapt your portfolio– Final thoughts on building lasting wealthWe'll discuss setting realistic dividend income targets, the importance of total returns, choosing between individual dividend stocks and ETFs, the power of compounding, evaluating dividend sustainability, and knowing when to make changes to your investments.The goal isn't to find the highest-yielding stocks or build the most complicated portfolio. It's to develop a strategy you can stick with through different market environments while working toward your long-term financial goals.📊 Want to track your portfolio and improve your stock research?Check out Yieldr, my portfolio tracking and stock research platform, designed to make it easy to monitor your investments, track projected dividend income, and analyze the businesses you own.👉 Get started with Yieldr: https://yieldrapp.com/sign-upThanks for watching!Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Examples and return calculations are hypothetical and do not guarantee future results.

How many stocks in my portfolio are projected to pay me at least $100 in dividends over the next 12 months? The answer is 29.In this video, I'm breaking down the 29 positions in my portfolio that are each projected to generate $100 or more in annual dividend income. I'll walk through the companies, their expected dividend payments, and how they contribute to my growing portfolio income.I focus on quality businesses, sustainable dividends, and long-term total returns rather than simply chasing the highest yields. These projections give me a better idea of where my dividend income is coming from and how my portfolio is evolving over time.📊 Track your own portfolio with YieldrWant to see your projected dividend income, track your portfolio's performance, and research stocks in one place?Yieldr is a portfolio-tracking and financial analytics platform built for investors who want a clearer picture of their investments.👉 Explore Yieldr: https://yieldrapp.com/Use Yieldr to track your holdings, monitor projected dividend income, analyze company fundamentals, and evaluate stock valuations.If you enjoy practical, data-driven investing content, subscribe to Longacres Finance for more videos about dividend growth, portfolio construction, stock analysis, and long-term investing.💬 Question for you: How many positions in your portfolio generate at least $100 in annual dividend income?Share your answer in the comments!*This video is for educational and informational purposes only and is not investment advice. Dividend projections are estimates and actual payments may differ. Always do your own research before making investment decisions.*

Two Dividend Kings. Two outstanding insurance companies. But which one offers the better opportunity for dividend growth investors today?In this video, I compare RLI Corporation (NYSE: RLI) and Cincinnati Financial (NASDAQ: CINF) across dividend growth, business quality, financial strength, profitability, and valuation to see which stock looks more attractive for long-term investors.Both companies have decades of consecutive dividend increases and excellent business quality scores, but their valuations and dividend profiles tell two very different stories.Here's what we'll cover:- Business Quality: RLI scores 95 and Cincinnati Financial scores 96 on the Yieldr Quality Score.- Dividend Growth: RLI's 51-year streak vs. Cincinnati Financial's impressive 65-year streak.- Dividend Yield: Compare their regular dividends and RLI's history of special dividends.- Financial Strength: ROE, interest coverage, payout ratios, and balance sheet strength.- Valuation: RLI's estimated 29% discount to fair value vs. Cincinnati Financial's 4% discount.- Final Verdict: Which stock offers the more compelling combination of quality, dividend growth, and potential returns?RLI stands out for its underwriting profitability and potential valuation upside, while Cincinnati Financial offers a higher regular dividend yield, a longer dividend growth streak, and a lower P/E ratio.Which Dividend King would you choose for your portfolio — RLI or CINF? Let me know in the comments.📊 Explore both stocks with Yieldr: https://yieldrapp.com/Yieldr is a portfolio tracking and financial analytics platform designed to help investors research stocks, evaluate dividend growth, and analyze valuation.This video is for informational and educational purposes only and is not investment advice. Valuation estimates are model-based and should not be treated as guaranteed outcomes.

Covered-call ETFs offer attractive distribution rates of 8%, 10%, or even 12%+, but what are you giving up to get that income?In this video, I compare QQQ and QYLD to explore the hidden tradeoff behind covered-call ETFs. Using total returns from 2020 through September 2026, we’ll see how these strategies performed during bull markets and the 2022 downturn, and what the results mean for long-term investors.We’ll cover:- How covered-call ETFs generate income- QQQ vs. QYLD: total returns and portfolio growth- Why high distributions don't necessarily mean high returns- The impact of capped upside on long-term compounding- Whether covered-call ETFs make sense for wealth accumulation or retirement income- Downside protection, taxes, and key risks to understandThe bottom line: Covered-call ETFs can be useful income tools, but the right strategy depends on whether your priority is generating cash flow today or building wealth for tomorrow.Yieldr - the best dividend tracking and stock research app: https://yieldrapp.com

I screened the U.S. stock market for dividend stocks that combine an attractive starting yield, strong fundamentals, reasonable valuation, and above-average future return potential.For October 2026, the screen produced 25 stocks with an average dividend yield of 3.38%, an average potential discount of roughly 30% based on dividend yield theory, and estimated future return potential of about 18.5% per year.In this video, I take a closer look at several of the stocks on the list, including Zoetis (ZTS) and Domino’s Pizza (DPZ), and explain why they stand out after their recent declines.I also walk through the screening process I use to narrow the entire U.S. stock market down to just 25 ideas each month.The goal isn't to tell you what to buy. It's to identify companies that appear quantitatively attractive enough to deserve a closer look.📊 Get the full list of 25 stocks: https://qualityatafairprice.substack.com/p/top-dividend-stocks-october-2026📈 Research these stocks in Yieldr: https://yieldrapp.com/This is for informational and research purposes only and is not investment advice.Thanks for watching!#DividendStocks #DividendInvesting #QualityInvesting

Accenture just had its 2nd-best day ever, with ACN jumping 15.78% at the close after its latest earnings report.At one point, the stock was up more than 24%, putting it within striking distance of its all-time best day.So what changed?In this video, I break down Accenture's latest results and the bigger question investors have been asking: Is AI ultimately a threat to Accenture's business, or could it become one of its biggest growth opportunities?We look at:• Accenture's $18.7B quarterly revenue and $22.2B in bookings • Why the company now has nearly 110,000 AI and data professionals • The shift toward fixed-price and outcome-based work • Why managed services is now slightly larger than consulting • Accenture's $4.9B acquisition strategy • Its partnerships with Google Cloud and Anthropic • The dividend, buybacks and $11.6B of free cash flow • What Accenture's 3–6% FY2027 growth guidance tells us • And why today's massive stock move doesn't necessarily settle the long-term AI debateThe bigger question is whether Accenture can turn AI-driven demand and productivity gains into sustainable growth and stronger cash flow over the next several years.📊 Follow along with my stock research and portfolio analytics platform: https://yieldrapp.comThis video is for informational and research purposes only and is not investment advice.#Accenture #ACN #Investing #DividendStocks #AI

SCHD is still growing its dividend in 2026.But through the first three quarters, it’s ahead of 2025 by just 0.84%, the smallest positive Q3 lead in the fund’s history.Now, everything comes down to the final dividend of the year.In this video, I break down exactly what SCHD needs to pay in Q4 to:• Match its 2025 dividend• Produce positive dividend growth• Reach my current Q4 estimate• Avoid setting a new low for annual dividend growth My current base estimate for the Q4 distribution is $0.2836 per share, but the key number is $0.3113.That’s approximately what SCHD needs to pay to reach its previous minimum annual dividend-growth rate of 3.78%.So how unusual could SCHD’s 2026 dividend growth actually be?Let’s look at the numbers.Yieldr: https://yieldrapp.com/Disclaimer: This video is intended for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as investment advice.

There are 58 Dividend Kings, companies that have increased their dividends for decades.But having a great dividend history doesn't automatically make a stock a great investment at today's price.In this video, I rank all 58 Dividend Kings based on the combination of Quality and Return Efficiency.The Quality Score measures the underlying quality of the business, while Return Efficiency looks at what you're paying for the stock's future return potential.The two scores are combined into a Final Score.This produces some very different results from simply ranking the Dividend Kings by yield, dividend growth, or quality alone.I look at some of the highest-quality companies, some of the most undervalued companies, familiar names like Lowe's and PepsiCo, and the companies that rank near the bottom of the list.The goal isn't to create a buy list. It's to create a research starting point and identify where quality and valuation currently line up.Read the full Dividend Kings analysis:https://qualityatafairprice.substack.com/p/i-ranked-all-58-dividend-kings-heresResearch the Dividend Kings with Yieldr:https://yieldrapp.com/Yieldr is the portfolio tracking and financial analytics platform I built to help investors research stocks, analyze fundamentals, estimate fair value, track portfolios, and monitor dividend income.This video is for informational and research purposes only and is not investment advice.