It rains, it pours, and as April comes to an end, I get my dividends. In total, I got paid $25.23 in April. The biggest paycheck of the month came from Altria Group (MO) being $11.79. Altria Group in the last month has been in the green, and with its payout ratio still below its 5-Year average plus its large dividend, I will keep buying. The next largest dividend paycheck comes from Comcast (CMCSA) at $5.17. Comcast struggled in 2022 but has stayed strong as one of the best dividend growth communication stocks. In comparison to AT&T and Verizon, I would own Comcast every day. 

Coca-Cola (KO) is one of my favorite consumer defensive stocks. It has such a wide MOAT and for me, it great alternative to a bond. This month I got a paycheck of $4.69. Illinois Tool Works (ITW) is a dividend king and a great dividend growth stock. This month I got a paycheck of $3.59. The price has skyrocketed this year, so I am enjoying the capital appreciation and dividend paycheck. 

Lastly, If you check the last picture below, I have just created a do-it-yourself portfolio dashboard. it has everything like a portfolio calculator, a dividend calendar, and much more. This is not on the Patreon yet, but will be very soon! Check out the page by clicking this link. 

Financial Disclaimer: I am not a Certified Financial Advisor (CFA), I am a meteorologist. The blog posts about investing are my opinions and for your entertainment purposes. They should not be considered financial advice. Investing in the stock market is risky and you can lose money. If you want to invest in the stock market or have questions about how or where to invest, please seek a CFA.

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