DIVIDEND, INCOME

Tim Plaehn

Lead Research Analyst,

Investors Alley, a Subsidiary of Magnifi Communities

Expertise in Creating High-Yield Income Streams
Former Certified Financial Planner, Stockbroker, and F-16 Fighter Pilot
United States Air Force Academy Graduate with a Degree in Mathematics

About Tim

Tim Plaehn is the lead research analyst for income and dividend investing at Investors Alley, a subsidiary of Magnifi Communities. He is the editor of The Dividend Hunter, Weekly Income Accelerator, and Monthly Dividend Multiplier. Mr. Plaehn was formerly in the US Air Force serving as an F-16 fighter pilot and instructor. Several times a year he offers live training courses on income investing, covered call trading, and portfolio management.

Tim's Articles

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MPC: A Great Dividend Growth Play in the Energy Patch

When I learned about the business operations of refining companies a decade ago, I became a fan of the sector and the long-term profit rewards that investors can earn from it. My favorite name is Marathon Petroleum Corp. (MPC), notes Tim Plaehn, editor of The Dividend Hunter.

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ENERGY

Tickers: MPC

STWD: A Core Holding for Dividend-Hungry Investors

Starwood Property Trust Inc. (STWD) recently reported first-quarter earnings, and the company is poised to generate strong earnings growth this year and into the next. I would not be surprised if STWD trades above $25 again in the coming year. Pick up shares while the price is near $20 and the yield is well over 9%, advises Tim Plaehn, editor of The Dividend Hunter.

Tim Plaehn

REITS

Tickers: STWD

PAGP: Use Market Pullback to Lock in a Fantastic Yield

The recent market pullback has put some great dividend stocks on sale. Energy midstream has been a hot sector for several years, driving up share prices and driving down current yields. I like Plains GP Holdings LP (PAGP), highlights Tim Plaehn, editor of The Dividend Hunter.

Tim Plaehn

ENERGY

Tickers: PAGP

AGM: A Dividend Play in the Agricultural Finance Sector

With a yield of 2.8%, Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corp. (AGM) — or Farmer Mac – is driven by its mission to increase the accessibility of financing for American agriculture and rural infrastructure, highlights Tim Plaehn, editor of Monthly Dividend Multiplier.

Tim Plaehn

FINANCIALS

Tickers: AGM

Tim's Videos

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Energy Market Strategies and Opportunities: A Fireside Chat

Join Tim and Elliott for a “fireside chat” about energy market conditions, strategies, and profit opportunities. You’ll get critical insights on supply, demand, and pricing trends in the oil, natural gas, and products markets. Plus, you’ll learn about ways to capitalize on AI-driven power demand, alternative energy market developments, and more. Do NOT miss this compelling – and actionable – session!

Tim Plaehn

ENERGY

31:33

Navigating the Exploding World of Option Strategy ETFs

The number and assets under management of option strategy, covered-call ETFs has exploded over the last couple of years. New funds with unique strategies are being launched every week. Investors are intrigued with distribution yields of 20%, 30%, 50%, and even approaching 100%. In February I launched the only service dedicated to analyzing and recommending these high-yield ETFs. In this webinar, I will share which option strategies are working best for investors and share some of my current recommendations.

Tim Plaehn

ETFs

33:06

Fixed Income Investing with These Special ETFs

The bond market drawdown that started in August 2020 has been the longest decline in the history of the bond market. Investors with assets in bond funds have suffered through a three-year bear market. Unfortunately, the way bond funds operate makes it nearly impossible to recover the losses. In this presentation, Tim will explain how bond funds operate and the problems with traditionally operated funds. He will also give you high-yield alternatives with a different structure that eliminates the biggest problem with traditional bond funds and ETFs. He'll even show you how to incorporate them into your portfolio.

Tim Plaehn

ETFs

31:22

Breaking Down the Energy Sector

The energy sector, especially Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs) have crashed. Do they have further to go? Probably reports Tim Plaehn.

Tim Plaehn

STOCKS

4:49

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