In this week’s episode of Dividend Talk, we dive into the sustainability of using high-yield dividend stocks as a path to financial independence, often referred to as FIRE. Is building a portfolio of 10% yielders a viable strategy, or is it a risky gamble? We explore the trade-off between high dividend yields and capital growth, the risk of dividend cuts during downturns, and how behavioral finance impacts retirees relying on high-yield stocks for income. We also discuss some of our favorite high-yield stocks and the long-term viability of such an approach.

In addition to the main topic, we cover the latest earnings from Nike, along with some significant dividend hikes from RPM International ($RPM), Lockheed Martin ($LMT), and Colgate-Palmolive ($CL).

As always, we answer listener questions on everything from voting for board members to dealing with financial independence in the workplace, and even share our thoughts on the current state of the automotive industry in Europe. Tune in for another insightful episode packed with dividend growth investing tips!