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Dividend Growth Machine: The Intelligent Investor's Guide to Creating Passive Income in Retirement
Do you want to improve your investment returns while taking less risk? In Dividend Growth Machine, investment professional Nathan Winklepleck will show you what makes dividend growth investing such a powerful investment strategy. What You Will Learn Through easy-to-understand examples and practical tips, Nathan will show you how anyone can achieve financial independence and investment success through dividend investing. In these pages, you'll Why traditional investment strategies fail. The most dangerous investment strategy out there right now (and how to avoid it). How to dramatically improve your investment results while taking less risk. How to outperform most "passive index" strategies. How to practically guarantee a positive investment return over the long-term. Why dividends are the safest, most consistent, and common sense way to build wealth. What dividends are and where they come from. How dividends can replace your paycheck in retirement. Who Should Read It This book is for anyone who wants to build wealth and improve their investment returns. It’s not complicated. There are no fancy formulas or Wall Street mumbo jumbo. Beginning investors who just want to better understand how to make money investing in stocks. Experienced investors who have been burned by other investment strategies. Anyone who is afraid to lose money investing in the stock market. Those nearing retirement who wants to generate passive, consistent, and growing income. Retired people who are tired of getting 1% returns in their checking accounts and 3% (or less) from bond funds. Anyone considering buying an annuity. Who Should NOT Read It Those looking for “get-rich-quick” investing strategies. This strategy is about consistently and predictably growing your wealth over long time periods (20+ years). This book is targeted to people with little-to-no experience with dividend investing or investing in general. If you have a lot of experience with dividend investing, there probably isn’t much here for you. Annuity salespeople. If you want to sell an annuity, don’t read this book. And definitely don’t let your potential victims (errr… “clients”) read it. Testimonials "The book is well written and understandable for anyone with even minimal investing experience." -JCS "One of the best books on dividend growth investing. I wish I had known about this 10 years ago as I compared my tax-free bonds versus dividend growth investing would have doubled my portfolio if I had followed his books advice." -David "An investment strategy that makes sense. The book is short and to the point. Reading it will be time well spent." "I'm already employing the strategy in my own investments, but this book gave me a lot of confidence that I'm absolutely doing the right thing. It is short, but there's every bit as much content as a much longer book.
145 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 19, 2016
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November 28, 2020
Solid overview of dividend growth investments. I lean more toward higher yield and compounding, but still a great introduction. This is a good read for those beginning their investment journey. [Audio book]
January 20, 2021
This was a really basic book on using dividend stocks as an all-in-one investment strategy. Nathan does what he set out to do in keeping things simple and straightforward for something that can be a lot more complicated. Unfortunately, in doing so, he created some really hard to believe hypotheticals that make dividend investing seem better than it probably is (not that it's a bad strategy). All-in-all for ~90 minutes of your time anyone getting into the stock market could benefit from this book, though there are definitely other places I'd start first.
Finally, not sure if it was just my edition, but this book really could have used an editor. There were multiple spots in the book where extra spaces showed up between words. It almost seemed like a handful of blog posts that had been converted to paperback. Additionally, some points were repeated in back to back paragraphs using slightly different wording, but adding no additional insights. Nathan if you need an editor shoot me a message.
Finally, not sure if it was just my edition, but this book really could have used an editor. There were multiple spots in the book where extra spaces showed up between words. It almost seemed like a handful of blog posts that had been converted to paperback. Additionally, some points were repeated in back to back paragraphs using slightly different wording, but adding no additional insights. Nathan if you need an editor shoot me a message.
January 5, 2021
It's rare I give a book 5 stars and even rarer when it's non-fiction. It's also the first book I've finished in a night, so thank you Nathan!
It starts out with the pitch and goes through the theoretical stuff, which is important to hook the reader, then it gets down to the nitty-gritty, the practical side of investing, without waffling on for 300 pages! If you are considering investing, or are already investing or just want to learn more about the stock market works, this book is a must-read. I will be recommending this to a lot of people! Hopefully, Nathan writes some more books, I'd be the first to buy it!
It starts out with the pitch and goes through the theoretical stuff, which is important to hook the reader, then it gets down to the nitty-gritty, the practical side of investing, without waffling on for 300 pages! If you are considering investing, or are already investing or just want to learn more about the stock market works, this book is a must-read. I will be recommending this to a lot of people! Hopefully, Nathan writes some more books, I'd be the first to buy it!
May 1, 2024
Quick and simple. A great start to understanding dividends for the clueless
A great quick read. Loved the simple examples given when explaining how the dividend process works especially when comparing it to other investment options. I did have to read a section or 2 twice but I have no finance or math background. Don't let this deter you though, I'm a slow reader and I have a toddler so many factors affected my ability to concentrate. I'm Australian so I took what I needed from this book and ignored parts like 401K (had to google this) as we have Superannuation here, but it gave food for thought.
Thank you for this book. I've recommended it to some friends.
A great quick read. Loved the simple examples given when explaining how the dividend process works especially when comparing it to other investment options. I did have to read a section or 2 twice but I have no finance or math background. Don't let this deter you though, I'm a slow reader and I have a toddler so many factors affected my ability to concentrate. I'm Australian so I took what I needed from this book and ignored parts like 401K (had to google this) as we have Superannuation here, but it gave food for thought.
Thank you for this book. I've recommended it to some friends.
March 26, 2023
This was a nice short read and teaches you the basics of forming a portfolio with dividend stocks. He goes through the pros of the strategy clearly. I only have it 4 stars because it has a section that went over only American stocks and I’m from Canada. However, the strategy will still apply for Canadian stocks and will differ quite a-bit in numbers; but still a good strategy to abide by none the less.
January 19, 2021
An excellent book that makes the idea of investing in dividend stocks easy. If most people took the hour or so to read the book, another couple of hours to review and make a plan, and another hour to put that plan into action, they would be financially set. Like anything, putting that plan into action is not really a matter of difficulty, but priority and perseverance. Get the book and do it now!
March 18, 2021
Straightforward
I found this book to be very direct and to the point, the writer did not spend his time trying to dazzle the reader with reems of technical financial jargon. He simply presented his case in a manner that was very understandable to the average working man or woman who wants their hard earned money to work for them.
I found this book to be very direct and to the point, the writer did not spend his time trying to dazzle the reader with reems of technical financial jargon. He simply presented his case in a manner that was very understandable to the average working man or woman who wants their hard earned money to work for them.
March 27, 2023
A simple and clear guide into dividend investing
Investing in solid companies with the power of dividend growth is a no-brainer. This book provides a clear understanding of this power. Not a techy book and Nathan does not pick any stocks to invest in, but a good read for anyone wanting to understand the basics of dividend stock investing.
Investing in solid companies with the power of dividend growth is a no-brainer. This book provides a clear understanding of this power. Not a techy book and Nathan does not pick any stocks to invest in, but a good read for anyone wanting to understand the basics of dividend stock investing.
October 14, 2023
Very basic
A very basic book on the subject. It's true that the author makes this clear at the beginning. For those with no prior knowledge of investments, it's a quick and motivating read to seek further knowledge. For those with some intermediate or advanced knowledge, it's not worth it.
A very basic book on the subject. It's true that the author makes this clear at the beginning. For those with no prior knowledge of investments, it's a quick and motivating read to seek further knowledge. For those with some intermediate or advanced knowledge, it's not worth it.
February 27, 2018
Nice and simple. I have been trying to find a way to invest in the stock market and this seems like a proper strategy.
As above this seems like the best strategy I have read so far. Simple and easily understood. Also easily done.
As above this seems like the best strategy I have read so far. Simple and easily understood. Also easily done.
January 6, 2019
Great Dividend Investing Book
I believe this was a solid honest approach to dividend investing. Some key areas I like was him including his dividend kings and explaining why he considered these stocks as kings.
I believe this was a solid honest approach to dividend investing. Some key areas I like was him including his dividend kings and explaining why he considered these stocks as kings.
July 7, 2019
This is a very basic material, covering the fundamentals of dividend investing, but important as literature review. There are some great nuggets, though, especially on assessing a financial advisor before hiring one.
May 13, 2020
Light Reading
Good intro for beginners. Doesn’t offer much in the ways of deep analysis of good dividend stocks. More of a set up book into dividend growth investing, but that’s about it.
Good intro for beginners. Doesn’t offer much in the ways of deep analysis of good dividend stocks. More of a set up book into dividend growth investing, but that’s about it.
January 25, 2021
This was awesome. I saw a youtube video explaining compound interest and dividends and I was curious. I found the reddit forum, they recommended other books but those are inbound and was craving more information. I found this one on a whim and lo and behold, great information!
May 16, 2022
Great short read!
Exactly what I needed. Answers to creating retirement income. I met with my company portfolio manager and all I heard was blah blah about why we should participate, this book quickly answered my questions
Exactly what I needed. Answers to creating retirement income. I met with my company portfolio manager and all I heard was blah blah about why we should participate, this book quickly answered my questions
August 8, 2023
Dividend Growth outperforms a lot of stuff. Dividend plowback and compounding amplifies the effects over time. It’s a slow grind and you won’t feel much gratification at the start but START INVESTING ASAP. The sooner you invest the faster you can start compounding your portfolio.
September 29, 2023
Good basic book for beginners
Good basic explanation of dividend stocks. Not sure I learned anything new. Good read for someone completely new to dividend investing.
Author feels more like a dividend investing cheerleader vs someone giving an objective opinion and analysis.
Good basic explanation of dividend stocks. Not sure I learned anything new. Good read for someone completely new to dividend investing.
Author feels more like a dividend investing cheerleader vs someone giving an objective opinion and analysis.
February 18, 2024
Very good overview and baseline reading for someone wanting to get educated on dividend investing. Direct and easily understood examples. And true to author’s prediction, a quick 90 minute read - well worth it.
June 23, 2025
Highly Recommend
I’ve been investing for thirty five years. This is one of the best investment books I have read due to its straight forward, simple and fact based explanations and advice.
I’ve been investing for thirty five years. This is one of the best investment books I have read due to its straight forward, simple and fact based explanations and advice.
April 25, 2018
Ok
The math was certainly manipulated to support the authors claims. Is a good read but may be misleading to novice investors.
The math was certainly manipulated to support the authors claims. Is a good read but may be misleading to novice investors.
September 25, 2018
Short but thorough overview of dividend investing
Easy to read and understand. The book explains a lot of pros and cons of dividend investing in the current market
Easy to read and understand. The book explains a lot of pros and cons of dividend investing in the current market
February 7, 2019
Dividend ödeyen şirketlere yatırım yapmak nedir, ögrendim efendim. Muhtemelen eş düzeyde bir blogdan da öğrenebilirsiniz bunları.
August 7, 2019
Nice read
Gives you incentive to start on dividend stocks. Too bad it doesn’t contain a chapter for stock selection process. I enjoyed reading it
Gives you incentive to start on dividend stocks. Too bad it doesn’t contain a chapter for stock selection process. I enjoyed reading it
March 26, 2020
Good book for beginners.
Basic and easy to understand. Puts novice investors on the right track. Would recommend for everyone to read before buying any stocks.
Basic and easy to understand. Puts novice investors on the right track. Would recommend for everyone to read before buying any stocks.
April 10, 2020
Informative
I liked this book. Informative about dividend investing. Good advise for those uninitiated with calculations I have used myself. Also, a fast and easy read.
I liked this book. Informative about dividend investing. Good advise for those uninitiated with calculations I have used myself. Also, a fast and easy read.
August 9, 2020
Excellent book!
Easy to read and easy to understand. Nathan explains dividend growth in a very nice and simple way. I learned a lot with this book.
Easy to read and easy to understand. Nathan explains dividend growth in a very nice and simple way. I learned a lot with this book.
January 2, 2021
Da buenas ideas sobre inversion en dividendos crecientes y es sencillo. Me enseñó a conocer que la volatilidad en una cartera DGI es menor que la de un índice.
August 18, 2021
Great read, super helpful, foundational
This is a great, foundational work for dividend growth investing. I highly encourage EVERYONE to read this book! Check it out today!
This is a great, foundational work for dividend growth investing. I highly encourage EVERYONE to read this book! Check it out today!
September 15, 2021
Easy to Read and understand
If you want a basic understanding of dividend investing this is the book for you. Easy to Read and simple explanation
If you want a basic understanding of dividend investing this is the book for you. Easy to Read and simple explanation
January 4, 2022
Very good summary on dividend investing, shows the power of compounding, good advice on investment advisors and selection. Not a deep dive but was more than I expected. Worth the read.
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