

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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Apr 22, 2025 • 27min
PFFA & PFFR: Preferred ETFs from InfraCap | Interview with Jay Hatfield, Founder & Portfolio Manager
We sat down with Jay Hatfield, Founder, CEO, and Portfolio Manager at Infrastructure Capital Advisors (InfraCap). Jay shares his investment background and gives a behind-the-scenes look at InfraCap’s focus on income-oriented investing, infrastructure, and preferred securities.We dive deep into InfraCap’s two flagship preferred stock ETFs — PFFA (Virtus InfraCap U.S. Preferred Stock ETF) and PFFR (InfraCap REIT Preferred ETF) — exploring what sets them apart, their yield potential, risk profiles, and how they’re managed. Jay also gives his expert take on today’s market conditions and how preferred stocks can play a critical role in a diversified income portfolio, especially in a high-rate or volatile environment.If you’re looking to boost portfolio income or better understand preferred stock ETFs, this is a must-watch.👉 Tickers discussed: PFFA, PFFRTime Stamps:00:00 Introduction00:40 Welcome Jay Hatfield, Founder, CEO, and Portfolio manager at Infrastructure Capital Advisors (InfraCap)00:58 Jay's background and InfraCap's focus areas02:55 Insights into the current stock market volatility07:51 Sectors to focus on during this tariff confusion12:05 In-depth discussion on PFFA: Virtus InfraCap U.S. Preferred Stock ETF18:23 In-depth discussion on PFFR: InfraCap REIT Preferred ETF24:24 Opinion on how these funds can fit into an investors portfolio25:24 Where to find more information on PFFA and PFFR26:23 Outro🔔 Subscribe to Dividend Stockpile for more dividend investing insights and interviews with top fund managers.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nncWeDeE7WvMM530DHwkg/join

Apr 17, 2025 • 37min
CDX: Simplify High Yield ETF | Interview with Portfolio Manager Michael Green
Simplify Asset Management's Michael Green, Portfolio Manager and Chief Strategist, joins us to discuss the benefits of CDX - Simplify High Yield ETF. Michael has decades of investing experience and he shares his knowledge on topics such as the current state of the market, the dilemma of passive vs. active management, how regular dividends and synthetic dividends work and differ, and a deep dive on one of Simplify's high yield ETFs.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:37 Welcome Michael Green from Simplify Asset Management00:58 Michael's background01:40 Intro to Simplify Asset Management03:12 Thoughts on the stock market today10:00 Passive vs. Active Management14:15 Benefits of Dividend Investing16:00 Deep Dive of CDX - Simplify High Yield ETF29:40 Traditional dividends vs. synthetic dividends34:00 List of all Simplify's ETFs and where to get more info 36:25 OutroMake sure to subscribe so you never miss a video!Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nncWeDeE7WvMM530DHwkg/join

Apr 5, 2025 • 20min
15% Yield From Berkshire!?! OMAH ETF Is The Way!
In this exclusive interview, I sit down with Adam Patti, CEO of VistaShares, to discuss their brand-new income-focused ETF: OMAH – the VistaShares Target 15 Berkshire Select Income ETF! We dive into:✅ How the OMAH ETF is built around Warren Buffett’s top stock holdings✅ The methodology behind OMAH and how it selects its holdings✅ Where OMAH fits into a dividend investor’s portfolio✅ What investors can expect in terms of income and distributionsIf you’re looking for an income-focused ETF with a Buffett-inspired twist, this is a must-watch! Let me know in the comments: Will you be adding OMAH to your portfolio? 👇🔔 Subscribe for more dividend investing insights!👍 Like this video if you found it helpful!

Mar 29, 2025 • 26min
SPYI, QQQI, & IWMI: 2024 Results & 2025 Market Outlook with NEOS’ Troy Cates
Join us for an exclusive interview with Troy Cates, Managing Director of NEOS Investments! We dive deep into the 2024 performance of NEOS ETFs, including SPYI, QQQI, and IWMI, and discuss key updates on their IYRI ETF. Troy also breaks down the impact of Return of Capital (ROC) and shares his market outlook for 2025.If you’re an income investor or interested in option-enhanced ETFs, this is a must-watch!🔔 Subscribe to Dividend Stockpile for more expert interviews and dividend investing insights!📈 Topics Covered:00:00 Intro and Welcome 02:39 NEOS ETF 2024 Results02:55 SPYI 2024 Review05:52 QQQI 2024 Review07:57 IWMI 2024 Review09:31 2025 Results so far13:23 IYRI REIT ETF update16:51 Return of Capital (ROC) discussion20:44 How to use NEOS ETFs to build a diversified income portfolio24:00 2025 Outlook25:55 Outro📢 What do YOU think about NEOS ETFs? Drop a comment below!

Mar 22, 2025 • 37min
BDIV SPDV PFLD - Income ETF Discussion w/ Advisors Asset Management’s (AAM) Chandler Nichols
Join me for an exclusive conversation with Chandler Nichols from Advisors Asset Management (AAM) as we dive into the world of income ETF investing! We’ll explore AAM’s background, their approach to generating income for investors, and Chandler’s personal journey in the industry. Plus, we’ll discuss market volatility and how it impacts dividend investors.We’ll also take a deep dive into three key income-focused ETFs:📌 BDIV – AAM’s take on a balanced dividend strategy📌 SPDV – An innovative approach to S&P 500 dividend investing📌 PFLD – A targeted preferred income ETFIf you’re looking for expert insights on income investing, unique approaches to dividend and income ETF investing, and market trends, this is a discussion you won’t want to miss! Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:43 Welcome Chandler00:55 Who is AAM - Advisors Asset Management?06:10 Chandler's role and background08:15 AAM's approach to dividend investing10:33 - BDIV in depth17:32 - SPDV in depth23:27 - PFLD in depth31:55 - Bonus Pick - LODI in depth!35:40 - Where to get more info on AAM ETFsJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nncWeDeE7WvMM530DHwkg/join

Mar 18, 2025 • 12min
4 Best International Dividend ETFs for 2025
With market uncertainty and economic shifts in the U.S., many dividend investors are looking to diversify globally. In this video, we break down four of the best international dividend ETFs to help you expand your portfolio beyond the U.S. and increase passive income.📌 Featured ETFs:✅ IDVO – Amplify International Enhanced Dividend Income ETF (Covered Call Strategy)✅ IDV – iShares International Select Dividend ETF (High Yield)✅ SCHY – Schwab International Dividend Equity ETF (Dividend Growth)✅ VYMI – Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF (Balanced Growth & Yield)We’ll cover their dividend yield, growth, expense ratios, top holdings, and total returns to help you decide which international dividend ETF fits your investment strategy. Plus, I’ll share which one I’m adding to my portfolio now!📈 Looking to diversify your dividend portfolio beyond the U.S.? Watch now to see how these international dividend ETFs can spread risk and enhance long-term returns.💬 Comment below: Which international dividend ETF do you own or plan to buy?Check out The DGI Crab here: https://www.youtube.com/@UC7duuRqoD5NBzcHQ9K9FTiA

Mar 14, 2025 • 7min
TMET: Is This Clean Energy Metals ETF A Buy?
Interested in investing in the future of clean energy? Want exposure to commodities without owning the physical metals? Today we are discussing the iShares Transition-Enabling Metals ETF (TMET). This ETF, launched by BlackRock, provides exposure to the critical metals powering the clean energy revolution—like copper, aluminum, nickel, and cobalt—through futures contracts rather than physical holdings.In this video, we break down:✅ What is TMET? – The fund’s structure, holdings, and investment strategy✅ How TMET Works – Why it tracks metal futures instead of physical commodities✅ Performance & Returns – How TMET has performed so far in 2025✅ TMET’s 28% Dividend Yield – What it really means for investors✅ Risks & Considerations – Volatility, taxation, and futures-based risksIf you’re looking for diversified exposure to clean energy metals or a potential inflation hedge, TMET might be worth considering—but is it right for your portfolio? Watch now to find out!

Mar 7, 2025 • 1h 1min
How to Sell Options for Income (Live Trades and Q&A)
In this live stream we will be discussing how to begin selling options (covered calls and cash secured puts) for beginners. If you are interested in learning this great income source, but haven't been sure how to get started, this stream is for you.Selling options is a great way to receive income from your investment portfolio. I have been selling options in my accounts for almost 5 years now and it has been a game changer for my income investing.We will be discussing the basics of options writing, covered calls, cash secured puts, how to pick stocks and ETFs to write options on, how to analyze a trade, and will be conducting live, real-money trades. As time permits, we will have an open Q&A to help you start your options selling journey.

Feb 28, 2025 • 10min
3 Perfect Dividend Growth Stocks You Need to Own Now!
We’re uncovering three incredible dividend growth stocks that stand out as Perfect Dividend Growth stocks. These companies excel in earnings growth, profitability, and efficient capital management while offering sustainable dividends. We’ll break down their financial metrics, growth potential, and why they’re a must-have in any dividend growth portfolio. Don’t miss out on these dividend powerhouses – watch now to learn which 3 dividend growth stocks are the Perfect Dividend Growth Stocks.

Feb 25, 2025 • 18min
GPIX & GPIQ Deep Dive: Are These Covered Call ETFs Worth Investing In?
Today, we’re diving deep into GPIX and GPIQ, two premium income ETFs from Goldman Sachs. These funds use covered call strategies to generate monthly income, but how do they stack up against other popular covered call ETFs like SPYI, QQQI, JEPI, and JEPQ?📌 In This Video, We Cover:✅ What GPIX & GPIQ are and how they work✅ Their investment objectives and covered call strategies✅ A breakdown of their holdings (S&P 500 vs. Nasdaq-100)✅ Monthly income distributions & expected yields✅ How they compare to other covered call ETFs✅ Which ETF might be the best fit for your portfolioCovered call ETFs offer a great way to boost income, but they come with trade-offs like limited upside in bull markets. Are GPIX and GPIQ the right ETFs for your portfolio? Let us know in the comments!