The Retirement Trifecta: 3 Hidden Picks For Income, Growth, And Peace Of Mind

Jul. 15, 2025 7:30 AM ET, , , 25 Comments

Summary

  • Retirement isn't one-size-fits-all. I revisit my core strategy and add new ideas to help readers balance income and growth in a changing world.
  • I highlight three building blocks: one for income, one for stability, and one for growth, all aligned with different retirement priorities.
  • These picks aren't flawless, but each fills a niche. I believe combining the right tools, not chasing perfection, is key to a resilient retirement plan.
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Introduction

On Friday, I wrote an article about my personal retirement strategy.

While I am not implementing it right now because I am focusing on dividend growth rather than dividend income, I promised readers I would expand on it.

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Leo Nelissen is an analyst focusing on major economic developments related to supply chains, infrastructure, and commodities. He is a contributing author for iREIT®+HOYA Capital.

As a member of the iREIT®+HOYA Capital team, Leo aims to provide insightful analysis and actionable investment ideas, with a particular emphasis on dividend growth opportunities. Learn More.

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