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The Dividend Trap of Early Retirement
Most early retirees chase high-yield dividend stocks, thinking a steady stream of income guarantees safety. But as we explore in this episode, the strategy often backfires when market prices drop, forcing you to sell more shares than intended just to maintain your lifestyle. We break down why relying on dividends can distort your withdrawal rate and create hidden risks during bear markets. Lucas and Luna discuss the math behind dividend capture versus capital appreciation, using concrete examples from major index funds to show how total return investing might actually be safer for those…
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