When the stock market was soaring, dividends of a few percent probably didn't seem like much. But in 2022 — when the benchmark S&P 500 tumbled nearly 20% — many investors learned the hard way that stocks don't always go up. In the unpredictable stock market, investors may find solace in the steady rhythm of dividends. With the right dividend stocks, investors can bypass the stress and uncertainty associated with attempting to time the market, all while benefiting from a passive income stream. Bu