

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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Jun 16, 2025 • 9min
NEOS Gold High Income ETF (IAUI) - First Look & Strategy Breakdown
In today’s video, I’m giving you my first look at the brand new NEOS Gold High Income ETF (IAUI), which officially launched today! If you’re interested in monthly income, options strategies, and precious metals exposure, this new ETF might be worth adding to your dividend and income investing watchlist.We’ll cover:✅ The investment strategy behind the NEOS Gold High Income ETF✅ How NEOS aims to generate monthly income through option overlays✅ How the fund structures its covered call contracts✅ A look at the current portfolio holdings✅ An early estimate of the distribution yield✅ How this ETF compares to other high-income strategiesNEOS continues to bring innovation to the ETF income space, and this gold-themed fund could offer investors a unique blend of commodity exposure and cash flow. Whether you’re a dividend growth investor, an income-focused retiree, or just someone curious about the latest ETF launch, this video is your quick-start guide.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on the notification bell so you never miss a new video about dividend investing, income ETFs, and smart portfolio building.📩 Got questions or want to know how this ETF fits in your portfolio? Drop a comment below—I respond to every one!📌 Subscribe to Dividend Stockpile for weekly deep dives into dividend stocks, ETFs, and income-generating strategies.

Jun 5, 2025 • 46min
The Dividend Playbook: Hamlin Capital's Approach To Dividend Growth Investing
We sit down with Chris D’Agnes, portfolio manager at Hamlin Capital Management, for an in-depth conversation on dividend growth investing. Chris breaks down the benefits of dividend stocks, the key differences between dividend growth vs high yield strategies, and where dividends outperform share buybacks in creating lasting shareholder value.Most importantly, Chris outlines Hamlin Capital Management's 5 investing criteria for building a reliable, income-generating portfolio — the same principles that have guided their dividend growth strategy for years.If you’re serious about long-term income and building wealth through dividends, this interview is packed with insight you don’t want to miss.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:45 Welcome Chris D'Agnes, Portfolio Manager at Hamlin Capital Management01:15 Chris' background03:48 History of Hamlin Capital Management05:15 Why did Hamlin choose to focus on a dividend investing strategy?07:50 Reasons why dividend stocks outperform over time13:35 Dividends vs. Buybacks18:55 High dividend yield vs. dividend growth26:06 Hamlin's Dividend Equity Strategy35:50 What can Hamlin offer to investors?36:49 Examples of companies Hamlin might invest in43:40 Where to get more information about Hamlin Capital Management44:35 Summary

Jun 2, 2025 • 24min
The First Options Wheel ETF Is Here! WEEL ETF explained by Founder, Erik Thompson
The First-Ever Options Wheel ETF Is HERE! | Interview with WEEL Creator Erik ThompsonWhat if you could access the Options Wheel strategy—a powerful, income-generating approach—inside a single ETF?We sit down with Erik Thompson, founder of Peerless Wealth, to discuss WEEL, the first ETF built entirely around the Options Wheel strategy. This game-changing fund could reshape how dividend and income investors approach options.In This Deep Dive, You’ll Learn:✅ Erik Thompson’s background and why he created WEEL✅ How the Options Wheel strategy works (and how WEEL automates it)✅ What ETFs and assets are inside WEEL✅ The pros and cons of using the Options Wheel in real-world investing✅ How WEEL can fit into a dividend or income-focused portfolio✅ Why WEEL stands out from traditional covered call ETFs✅ Dividend stocks vs. the S&P 500 — what history tells us✅ Timeless advice for new investors just getting startedWhether you’re an options trader, ETF investor, or a dividend growth enthusiast, this is a must-watch interview that uncovers one of the most innovative new ETFs on the market!📈 Ready to build income the smart way? Watch now and see if WEEL deserves a spot in your portfolio!⸻Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:40 Welcome Erik Thompson, Founder of Peerless Wealth01:10 Background of Erik and Peerless ETFs03:55 How does the Options Wheel work?09:40 What investments are in WEEL10:50 Summary of the Options Wheel strategy12:02 Advantages of the Options Wheel strategy12:20 Disadvantages of the Options Wheel strategy13:15 Deep dive into WEEL17:04 How WEEL fits into an investor's portfolio19:45 Historical performance of the Dividend Aristocrats vs the S&P 50021:25 Advice for new investors22:53 Summary of WEEL23:15 Wrap 📊 Explore More🌐 Learn more about Peerless Wealth: www.peerless-wealth.com📘 WEEL ETF: www.peerlessetfs.com

May 27, 2025 • 26min
UTG: This Utility Closed-End Fund (CEF) has beat the S&P 500 over the past 21 years!
We sit down with John Bartlett, President and Portfolio Manager at Reaves Asset Management, to discuss the Reaves Utility Income Fund (ticker: UTG) — one of the most popular closed-end funds (CEFs) for dividend investors. Not only does UTG provide high monthly income, but it has outperformed the S&P 500 since UTG started in 2004!We dive into: • What makes UTG a standout in the CEF space • The fund’s focus on utility, telecom, and infrastructure stocks • How Reaves manages risk, leverage, and income generation • UTG’s dividend strategy, performance history, and long-term outlook • Why income-focused investors may want to consider this fund in their portfolioIf you’re interested in high-yield income, closed-end funds, and investing in essential services like utilities and communications, this is a must-watch!Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:33 Welcome John Bartlett, President of Reaves Asset Management00:59 Reaves Asset Management background and history02:03 What is a Closed End Fund (CEF)?04:25 Overview of the utility sector05:15 What type of companies & sectors does UTG invest in?07:38 What are some of the growth drivers in the utility industry?14:29 UTG's use of leverage16:26 Thoughts on the renewable energy sector19:17 Deep Dive of UTG - The Reaves Utility Income Fund23:55 Where to find more info about UTG and Reaves25:33 Summary and outro

May 24, 2025 • 18min
QUSA Income ETF: 15% Income from Quality Companies | Interview with Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares
We sit down with Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares ETFs, the team who also bought us the very popular ETF, OMAH, to talk about their brand-new income-focused ETF: QUSA – the VistaShares Target 15 USA Quality Income ETF.We break down everything you need to know about QUSA: • The investment strategy behind targeting high-quality U.S. companies • The sector allocation and top holdings • Their options overlay program designed to enhance income • And how QUSA can fit into a dividend investor’s long-term portfolioWhether you’re an income-focused investor or looking to add quality yield exposure with options income, this ETF could be worth a look.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to QUSA00:38 Welcome Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares01:00 Overview of OMAH ETF performance03:06 Deep Dive into QUSA - VistaShares Target 15™ USA Quality Income ETF06:09 Top Holdings and Sectors in QUSA10:23 Options Strategy used in QUSA13:30 NAV Erosion and strategies used in QUSA14:35 There is no free lunch: Setting return expectations15:30 Summary of QUSA15:56 Where does QUSA fit into an investors portfolio?17:45 Outro

May 20, 2025 • 27min
New Income ETF: SPUT | Monthly Income Without Covered Calls!
In this interview, we talk with Joe Becker from Innovator ETFs to break down SPUT – the Innovator Equity Premium Income – Daily PutWrite ETF from Innovator ETFs, one of the most unique new income strategies on the market.We take a deep dive into:✅ What makes SPUT different from covered call ETFs✅ How SPUT generates monthly income with daily put options on the S&P 500✅ The fund’s distribution policy, strategy, and underlying holdings✅ The rise of actively managed income ETFs and how they benefit investorsIf you’re an income-focused investor looking for a diversified way to generate monthly cash flow without relying on traditional dividends or covered calls, this video is a must-watch.Time Stamps:00:00 intro 00:40 Welcome to Joe Becker, Director of Product Management at Innovator ETFs01:08 Background of Innovator ETFs and Joe04:00 Joe’s thoughts on the future of active ETFs vs. passive approaches06:40 Benefit to shareholders using an active manager for their ETFs10:13 Deep Dive in SPUT - Equity Premium Income - Daily PutWrite ETF23:50 Tax treatment of distributions from SPUT25:05 Why focus on puts instead of covered calls?26:21 Where to get more info on SPUT?26:53 Outro

May 18, 2025 • 21min
NEOS Launches SPYH: S&P 500 Income ETF With Downside Protection | Interview with Troy Cates
Brand new income ETF from NEOS! We sit down with Troy Cates, Co-Founder and Portfolio Manager at NEOS Investments, to dive into their brand-new income ETF: SPYH – The NEOS S&P 500 Hedged Equity Income ETF.We break down:✅ What makes SPYH unique✅ The fund’s options-based strategy for generating monthly income✅ How SPYH aims to reduce downside risk while staying invested in the S&P 500✅ The current stock market outlook amid recent volatility✅ An exclusive update on IYRI, the NEOS Real Estate High Income ETFIf you’re looking for new ways to boost yield while protecting capital, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!👉 Subscribe to Dividend Stockpile for more dividend and income investing insightsTimestamps:00:00 Intro00:20 Welcome Troy00:55 Troy's insights on the current market volatility01:15 How is the recent volatility affecting your ETFs?04:37 Does the market direction on the day of your options rolling affect your process?05:55 YTD performance of SPYI and QQQI07:27 How much of the NEOS ETFs are overwritten right now?08:25 Update on IYRI: NEOS Real Estate High Income ETF10:14 Troy's response to a viewer question regarding how NEOS ETFs will handle a prolonged downturn12:17 Has NEOS seen any NAV erosion on its ETFs with the current market downturn?13:23 Deep dive on SPYH: S&P 500 Hedged Equity Income ETF19:10 Where can people get more information about your products?19:40 Are there any new ETFs on the way from NEOS?20:20 Troy's summary of the market and how investors can manage through the volatility

May 10, 2025 • 10min
How I Built a Top-Quality Dividend Stock Portfolio | Full Breakdown & Metrics
I’m revealing my new quality-focused dividend stock portfolio, showing you exactly how I built it from the ground up — including the quality metrics I used, the sectors I’m invested in, and each stock by sector.You’ll also get a look at my custom spreadsheet, which tracks each stock’s metrics, including quality factors, dividend yield, payout ratio, dividend growth rate, and more. This is the blueprint I used to build this high-quality, sustainable dividend portfolio — perfect for what's to come.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss a Dividend Stockpile update!📥 Drop a comment below with what quality metrics you use for your dividend portfolio!

May 6, 2025 • 35min
Income from the Energy Sector | Interview with Rob Thummel at Tortoise Capital (TYG & TPZ)
We sit down with Rob Thummel, Portfolio Manager at Tortoise Capital Advisors, to discuss all things energy investing!We cover:✅ Rob’s background and experience in energy markets✅ What sectors and themes Tortoise Capital focuses on✅ Their approach to renewable energy investing✅ Where Rob sees the biggest growth opportunities in energy over the next 5 years✅ A full breakdown of two key Tortoise investment funds: • Tortoise Energy Infrastructure Corp. (TYG) • Tortoise Essential Energy Fund (TPZ)If you’re looking for high-yield, income-generating investments in the energy space – especially through closed-end funds (CEFs) and ETFs – this is a must-watch!Time Stamps:00:00 Intro01:12 Welcome Rob Thummel01:25 Introduction to Tortoise Capital03:34 What sectors of energy does Tortoise Capital focus on?08:00 What is Tortoise's view of renewable energy?13:57 Deep Dive on Tortoise Energy Infrastructure Corp (TYG)22:41 Deep Dive on Tortoise Essential Energy Fund (TPZ)29:48 What is the biggest area of growth in energy for next 5 years?33:55 Where to get more information about Tortoise Capital

Apr 26, 2025 • 41min
The Power of Dividend Investing with Jenny Harrington | Gilman Hill CEO Interview
We sat down with Jenny Van Leeuwen Harrington, CEO and Portfolio Manager at Gilman Hill Asset Management, to dive deep into the power of dividend income investing.Jenny shares her journey into the world of investment management and how her firm, Gilman Hill, crafts portfolios built around dependable dividend income for its clients. We cover:✅ Jenny’s investment philosophy and client focus at Gilman Hill✅ The case for dividend investing in all market environments✅ The difference between dividend investing vs. dividend growth investing✅ Why dividend strategies may be better than the traditional 4% withdrawal rule✅ A behind-the-scenes look at her new book - Dividend Investing: Dependable Income to Navigate All Market Environments✅ Who the book is for and what readers can expect✅ Sectors and a few dividend stocks Jenny thinks will perform over the next 3 years📘 Pick up Jenny’s book here: Your local independent book storeBookshop.org: https://shorturl.at/Z6Ut8Amazon: https://amzn.to/4jbEC7fBarnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/1nfVjTime Stamps:00:00 Introduction00:54 Welcome Jenny01:15 Jenny's professional background06:00 The power of dividends compared to growth investing11:12 Jenny's focus for the Equity Income strategy18:05 Portfolio position sizing and Diversification philosophy20:42 Discussion on Jenny's new book: Dividend Investing: Dependable Income to Navigate All Market Environments27:04 How do you know what kind of investor you are?28:47 What industries or sectors do you think will do well given the current market and economic outlook?32:27 Are there a few companies that you think are worth researching now?39:51 Where can people find more info about you and your firm?41:00 Outro