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Finding high-yield dividend stocks is usually a difficult endeavor since a high yield is often a red flag that something is wrong and the market is beginning to price in a dividend cut. This is especially true when the company s competitors have lower yields.
But for a few types of companies, mainly real estate investment trusts (REITs) and master limited partnerships, a high dividend yield is not necessarily a sign of something wrong. Let s look at one such company,
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Reuben Gregg Brewer believes dividends are a window into a company s soul. He tries to invest in good souls.
Real estate investment trust (REIT)
Federal Realty (NYSE:FRT) just bought a shopping center in Virginia. The property is 83% leased, but the Federal Realty says it has big plans for adding value to the asset, which is the core of its approach and the reason this landlord is one of the best shopping center REITs in the business. Here s a closer look at why I own this REIT.
Big numbers from small ones
Federal Realty has a market capitalization of around $8.7 billion. That s sizable, given that it only owns around 100 properties. For comparison,
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AT&T will cut its dividend after spinning out its WarnerMedia unit. A smaller telecom company is a much better dividend stock for income-focused investors.