

Dividend Stockpile
Dividend Stockpile
We’re dedicated to helping you build a strong dividend growth investing portfolio that generates consistent income.
From dividend stock picks and portfolio strategies to options selling for increased income, we cover all things dividend and income investing.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned investor, our goal is to provide the insights and tools you need to achieve financial freedom through smart, sustainable income investing.
From dividend stock picks and portfolio strategies to options selling for increased income, we cover all things dividend and income investing.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned investor, our goal is to provide the insights and tools you need to achieve financial freedom through smart, sustainable income investing.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 38min
REITs Are Back? Hoya Capital's David Auerbach Breaks Down the 2026 Outlook
I sit down with David Auerbach, Chief Investment Officer at Hoya Capital, for a deep and timely conversation about the current state of REIT investing and where the biggest opportunities may be heading into 2026.We cover everything income investors want to know, including:✔️ How REITs are reacting to interest rate changes✔️ Which real estate sectors look most attractive right now✔️ Potential catalysts for a REIT rebound✔️ The challenges facing office, residential, industrial, and retail properties✔️ Dividend sustainability and forward income expectations✔️ What long-term REIT investors should be focusing onWhether you’re a dividend investor, real estate enthusiast, or simply trying to understand where REITs fit into your portfolio, this interview with one of the industry’s leading experts is packed with insight and actionable takeaways.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop your questions for David in the comments!

Dec 15, 2025 • 10min
BUI vs UTG vs UTF: Best Utility & Infrastructure CEF for Income?
I break down three of the most popular utility and infrastructure closed-end funds: BUI, UTG, and UTF. These income-focused CEFs are widely used by dividend investors for their yield, defensive sector exposure, and long-term total return potential — but each fund is built very differently.This full comparison covers:• Fund strategies and portfolio differences• Dividend income and distribution history• How leverage affects performance and risk• Premium/discount levels and valuations• Long-term total return comparisons• Which types of investors each fund fits bestWhether you’re looking for sustainable income, lower volatility, or long-term growth potential from utility and infrastructure assets, this breakdown will help you understand how BUI, UTG, and UTF stack up against each other.👉 Watch the full comparison to see which CEF may be the best fit for your portfolio.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more analysis on income investing, ETFs, and closed-end funds.

Dec 12, 2025 • 26min
Income ETF Outlook with CFRA Research
In this interview, I sit down with CFRA Research’s SVP & Head of ETF Research, Aniket Ullal, to explore the key trends shaping income ETF investing as we head toward 2026. Aniket brings a deep, data-driven view of ETFs, fund flows, and investor behavior — and he shares what the numbers are really telling us.We discuss:• The current state of dividend and income strategies• How rising rates and market shifts are influencing investor decisions• Which areas of income ETF investing are showing strength• What retail investors should watch closely in 2025–2026• The role of ETFs in building sustainable income portfoliosTime Stamps:00:00 Introduction00:28 Welcome Aniket Ullal, SVP and Head of ETF Research at CFRA01:05 Background on CFRA Research02:35 How has the ETF landscape evolved in 202504:43 Income ETF outlook for 202607:41 ETF Innovations10:45 Insights on the super high-yield ETF marketplace15:04 Are investors moving to specialized portfolios or broad ones?17:25 ETF Trends to look for20:02 Advice to income investors looking for new ETF investments24:11 Tools offered by CFRA Research25:25 OutroIf you’re an income-focused investor looking to understand where the opportunities — and risks — may be moving next, this conversation offers clear, actionable insights.

Dec 9, 2025 • 26min
KQQQ & KYLD: You Won’t Believe This Strategy
In today’s interview, I sit down with Howard Chan, CEO and Founder of Kurv Technology Titans Select (KQQQ) and Kurv High Income (KYLD) ETFs. We take a deep dive into how these two funds work, what makes their approach different, and why more investors are looking at options-based ETFs for income and growth.Howard breaks down the strategy behind KQQQ, which targets leading technology names, and KYLD, Kurv’s high-income ETF that uses up and coming leaders, plus an options overlay to generate enhanced yield. We also address the growing conversation around options-based ETFs, including concerns about NAV erosion, sustainability of payouts, and how Kurv structures these funds to avoid common pitfalls.Topics Covered:• What sets KQQQ and KYLD apart• How Kurv uses options overlays• Addressing NAV erosion concerns• Building income with risk controls• Why Kurv believes its approach is different• Where these ETFs may fit in a portfolio

Dec 6, 2025 • 8min
NEHI ETF: First Look at NEOS’ New Ethereum High Income Fund!
Today we’re taking a first look at the brand-new NEHI ETF — the NEOS Ethereum High Income ETF, launching on December 3, 2025. This new fund from NEOS Investments aims to combine exposure to Ethereum spot ETFs with an option-writing strategy designed to generate consistent monthly income for investors.In this video, we break down:🔹 What the NEHI ETF is and how it works🔹 How the fund uses covered calls on ETH exposure🔹 Potential benefits for income-focused investors🔹 How NEHI compares to other crypto income ETFsIf you’re interested in crypto ETFs, income strategies, or Ethereum investing, this early look at the NEOS NEHI ETF will help you understand what makes this launch worth watching.👉 Subscribe for more ETF breakdowns, income investing insights, and first-look analysis of new fund launches!For more information: NEOSFunds.com

Dec 6, 2025 • 34min
Jenny Harrington Explains Why Dividend Investors Should Stay the Course
Today I’m excited to sit down once again with Jenny Harrington, CEO of Gilman Hill Asset Management, professional money manager, CNBC contributor, and author of Dividend Investing – Dependable Income to Navigate All Market Environments. If you care about income investing, dividend strategy, dividend stocks, or high-quality cash flow, this is a must-watch conversation.With markets shifting rapidly — from AI and Big Tech dominance to questions around traditional value and income strategies — now is the perfect time to get Jenny’s expert perspective on where dividend investing truly stands today.In this interview, we cover:• Whether dividend strategies are being unfairly dismissed in an AI-driven market• How to stay disciplined when growth stocks outperform dividend payers• Early warning signs that a dividend may be at risk• The biggest risks dividend investors face heading into 2026• Common portfolio construction mistakes (even pros make!)• How to avoid dangerous yield traps• Income ETFs and options-based strategies vs. traditional dividend investing• Thoughts on Kimberly-Clark and the proposed Kenvue acquisition• How often Jenny revisits her investment thesisIf you’re looking for dividend investing insights, income strategy guidance, or long-term portfolio ideas, Jenny delivers a ton of actionable wisdom.Follow Jenny: www.gilmanhill.comX: @gilmanhillBuy Jenny's Dividend Investing Book: https://bookshop.org/a/115069/9781804090466Support Jenny's charity:https://www.councilforeconed.orgTime Stamps:00:00 Introduction00:50 Welcome Jenny Harrington01:40 Jenny's Background02:56 The history of dividend investing03:32 Being a dividend investor in high growth periods08:32 What are the biggest risks for dividend investors in 2026?13:33 What are the most common mistakes dividend investors make?18:19 What are the risks in high-yield dividend strategies?20:20 Indicators to determine dividend safety22:30 How often do you revisit your thesis on a company?22:55 How to construct a dividend investing watchlist26:59 What are your thoughts on Kimberly Clark (KMB) buying Kenvue (KVUE)?30:47 Motivation to stick with dividend investing32:10 Jenny's book and charity33:39 Wrap

Nov 28, 2025 • 27min
TSPY & TDAQ ETFs: 0DTE Options, No NAV Erosion
I sit down with Si Katara, Founder and CEO of TappAlpha, to break down two of their ETFs: TSPY and TDAQ. We explore what inspired these funds, how their methodology differs from other income ETF products, and what types of investors they’re built for.Si explains the approach behind TSPY (TappAlpha SPY Growth & Daily Income ETF) and TDAQ (TappAlpha Innovation 100 Growth & Daily Income ETF), how the strategies aim to enhance exposure to two of the most followed benchmarks in the world, and what makes these ETFs unique in today’s crowded product landscape.We also discuss: • How TappAlpha thinks about index innovation • The quantitative and data-driven process behind the strategies • How TSPY and TDAQ compare with SPY and QQQ • Key risks, use cases, and portfolio applicationsWhether you’re an ETF enthusiast, a retail investor exploring new tools, or someone interested in the future of index investing, this conversation offers clear insights straight from the source.

Nov 25, 2025 • 19min
Profit from the Electrification Supercycle
Today, I’m joined by Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares, to talk about one of the most exciting new thematic ETFs on the market — the VistaShares Electrification Supercycle ETF (ticker: POW).In this interview, Adam reintroduces VistaShares and gives us an update on their growing ETF lineup — including AIS, OMAH, and the expanding Supercycle® series. We take a deep dive into the Electrification Supercycle theme — what it means, why it’s reshaping global industries, and how POW positions investors to benefit from massive long-term trends in green energy, infrastructure, technology, and electrification.We’ll cover:What a supercycle really is and why Adam believes electrification is the next onePOW’s objective, strategy, top holdings, and yieldHow POW compares to similar funds The future of thematic investing If you’re looking to understand how electrification, AI, and infrastructure are driving the next decade of growth — this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.Ticker: POWIssuer: VistaSharesGuest: Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares

Nov 22, 2025 • 19min
DIVN + FLXN: Are these NEW ETFs the Perfect Income Combo? | Interview w/ Horizon ETF's Clark Allen
Today, we’re joined by Clark Allen, Head of ETFs at Horizon Investments, to dive into two of Horizon’s newest income-focused ETFs — DIVN (Horizon Dividend Income ETF) and FLXN (Horizon Flexible Income ETF).Both funds are designed to help investors generate reliable income through a combination of dividend-paying holdings and options-based income strategies — but each takes a slightly different approach.In this interview, we cover:- What makes Horizon Investments unique in the ETF landscape- The current trends shaping the income and options ETF markets- A deep dive into DIVN — its objective, top holdings, yield, and strategy- How FLXN uses a put-spread overlay to boost income and manage downside risk- How these ETFs might fit in your income portfolioIf you’re looking to maximize income potential and navigate today’s evolving market environment, this is a must-watch conversation!

Nov 19, 2025 • 27min
Retirement Income Strategies with Kevin Feig, CFP
How do you build reliable, sustainable income in retirement — even as markets, interest rates, and inflation change?In this episode of Dividend Stockpile, we’re joined by Kevin Feig, founder of Walk You To Wealth — a CPA, Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) who helps clients create income plans they can count on.Kevin shares his insights on: • How to balance income sources like dividends and options • Whether crypto staking has a place in an income plan • Protecting your purchasing power from inflation • Common mistakes retirees make when planning income • How to create a diversified retirement income strategyIf you’re planning for retirement or already retired and want your portfolio to work for you — this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.📈 Chapters:00:00 - Intro00:45 - Welcome Kevin Feig01:15 - Kevin’s Background & Walk You To Wealth03:08 - How do you help your clients transition to living off their investments?06:13 - How do you incorporate dividend income into a retirement plan?09:22 - Thoughts on options trading in income in retirement12:01 - Crypto Staking for Income?16:20 - Common Retirement Mistakes19:20 - What does "Walk You To Wealth" mean?23:55 - How to Connect with Kevin Feig🔗 Connect with Kevin Feig:👉 www.walkyoutowealth.com


