The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $2,500 Right Now

If you're seeking passive income from your portfolio, dividend stocks are just what you're looking for then. Companies that pay dividends distribute cash payouts to their shareholders, typically on a quarterly basis.Dividend income can provide a steady stream of income, but there's another benefit for investors. Dividend-paying companies that are loyal to shareholders -- illustrated by consistently growing their payouts -- tend to outperform those companies that don't. According to a study by Hartford Funds and Ned Davis Research, companies that consistently grow their dividend payout provide higher returns on average with lower volatility.Dividend stocks can be an excellent source of passive income, and can also diversify your portfolio with steady, cash-generating businesses. If this interests you and you have $2,500 to invest, here are three dividend stocks to scoop up today.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool