I saw a post today asking:
“With just over $10K/month in dividends, would you stay or leave your 9-5?”
It got me thinking about how we measure success as investors.
My portfolio is worth roughly $555,000.
So far this month, it has generated about $1,300 in dividends. Nothing to write home about, especially compared to some of the income portfolios I see posted here.
That said, it’s always a good feeling when those dividends hit the account. I won’t lie — it’s motivating to see money show up whether the market is up or down.
At the same time, my portfolio has increased by roughly $16,000 this month.
When I add the two together, my total return is around $17,300 so far… and the month isn’t even over.
So I’m curious…
When you focus on dividends, is there a cost to that focus at all?
Or should total return be the bigger number we’re paying attention to?
I’m not suggesting one approach is right or wrong. I own investments that generate income too.
I’m genuinely interested in hearing how others think about it.
When you review your portfolio, what matters most to you?
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