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Can a Double-Digit Yield Be Safe?

In December 2017, I looked at the dividend safety of Apollo Commercial Real Estate (NYSE: ARI).
Back then, SafetyNet Pro and I determined that the 9.8% yield was safe. The stock received an “A” rating because the company generated plenty of net interest income (NII).
A reader requested that I revisit Apollo Commercial Real Estate, his interest likely sparked by my recent recommendation of the stock in the July issue of The Oxford Income Letter.
Apollo Commercial Real Estate is a mortgage real estate investment trust (REIT). It borrows money short term and lends it out longer term at higher rates. The difference …read more […]

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Making a 130% Overnight Gain on Kellogg

Many of us woke up this morning to another round of heavy selling pressure – which is being attributed to inverted yields on the two-year Treasury vs. the 10-year Treasury.
What exactly does that mean, and why is it so alarming?
First off, it means that the two-year yield is now higher than the 10-year yield.
Secondly, it’s the first time since 2007 that this has occurred. Whenever this does happen, it’s considered a reliable indicator of an economic recession.
In fact, according to research from Credit Suisse, this yield curve inversion has preceded every recession over the past 50 years – with a …read more […]

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Top 10 Best Places to Retire in Georgia in 2019

In 2017, Kiplinger ranked Georgia as the 10th most tax friendly state for retirees. As a result, many people began to consider the Peach State as a viable retirement option. Below is a list of the best places to retire in Georgia in 2019.
Why is Georgia One of The Best Places to Retire?
In terms of tax friendliness, Georgia does not tax social security for retirees. And for those 65 and older, the state also provides a deduction of $65,000 per person on all types of retirement income. However, these aren’t the only factors that should play into your decision. It’s …read more […]