July 2017 Dividend Income Report

By | August 3, 2017

Well, July has come and gone. All I have to say is good riddance. That was an expensive month for me personally. I transitioned into a new position at work. Technically, I’m still in the transition stage. But, that led to unexpected expenses and reduction in income. Things should stabilize by September and I’m hoping that August is an excellent month. But, let me not get ahead of myself. This is my July 2017 Dividend Income Report.

Here we go.

Dividend Income Received

I received the following dividends:

  • Coca Cola (KO):  $3.14
  • Realty Income (O):  $2.85

That brings my total to $5.99. Now I know what other investors are referring to when they say they have an “off” month. Well, I’m just getting started in dividend growth investing. I also recently started tracking my dividends this year and so I don’t have a year-to-year comparison to make. But, next year July, I’ll be able to make a year-to-year comparison.

So how does July compare to the rest of the year? Well, it’s the first time I’ve experienced a reduction in dividend income on a month-to-month basis. Not the best of comparisons, I know. But, the good news is, I continue to add shares to my portfolio. The dividend tracker has been updated accordingly.

August is shaping up to be a great month for my projected income in annual dividends. Right now, it’s currently at $204.32, but I hope to more than triple that amount by the end of the year.

Conclusion

This is not going to be a long post. I just wanted to report how the month of July went. How was last month for you? Did your portfolio break any records? Let me know in the comment section below.

18 thoughts on “July 2017 Dividend Income Report

    1. Dividend Portfolio Post author

      That’s the plan Daze. Hoping next year I’ll be able to increase the number of stocks that pay in July.

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  1. My Dividend Dynasty

    Every little bit counts in the end. Every little bit can be put to good use. I didn’t break any records this “off” month, but like you I am looking forward to August. 🙂 KO and O are great companies to have in your portfolio. Very nice!
    My Dividend Dynasty recently posted…July 2017 Dividend IncomeMy Profile

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    1. Dividend Portfolio Post author

      Oh yea. I like them both. Can’t wait until more companies pay and can’t wait until the amount I get paid is higher. All these little drops will one day be a bucket full of shares.

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    1. Dividend Portfolio Post author

      Yup. Every bit counts. Still, congrats on breaking your July record.

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  2. Dividend Diplomats

    Congrats Dividend Portfolio! Every dollar counts here in the beginning steps of the journey. What I love best about this article is your motivation. Keep working and you’ll easily triple your money off by the end of the month.

    Looking forward to seeing what August has in store for you!

    Bert
    Dividend Diplomats recently posted…Lanny’s July Dividend Income SummaryMy Profile

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    1. Dividend Portfolio Post author

      Hopefully I’ll do more than triple. But, trying not to count my chickens before they hatch. I also can’t wait to see how August shapes up. Thanks for stopping by Bert.

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  3. MrSLM

    How did you end up in a new position at work?

    KO an O? Both good holdings, can’t go wrong there. You’re at the start of a very rewarding journey, good luck and you’ll be posting much big numbers before you know it.
    MrSLM recently posted…Financial Update – July 2017My Profile

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    1. Dividend Portfolio Post author

      Thanks SLM. I basically just got increased responsibilities so it’s all good. Definitely looking forward to the bigger numbers though.

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  4. DivHut

    Love it! Good month or slow month, any month with passive income rolling in should be good. Just keep is consistent and try and buy whenever you can. There’s always value out there and even in the best of times certain stocks can get crushed giving you a good buying opportunity. Enjoy that Coke!!!
    DivHut recently posted…Recent Stock Purchase August 2017My Profile

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    1. Dividend Portfolio Post author

      Thanks Div Hut. Can’t wait to be able to buy more stocks. But you’re right. The $5.99 is money that worked for me instead of vice versa.

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  5. timeinthemarket

    Hopefully the new position comes with a bit of a raise and allows you to invest more. This is a small month but every little bit counts and I’m looking forward to see where August takes you!

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    1. Dividend Portfolio Post author

      Yea, I can’t wait. I think it’s more of a slightly less amount than a pay increase. That would’ve have been too perfect.

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  6. Mr. Robot

    Hey you’ve got to appreciate the littles things as well as the big things in life 🙂

    My total for july is around the same number @ $6.55 (report coming!). We need to keep buying those quality stocks and sticking to our plans.
    Mr. Robot recently posted…This is my buy for July 2017My Profile

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    1. Dividend Portfolio Post author

      Definitely. Consistency is the name of the game. I’m looking forward to you posting your report.

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  7. Doug

    MOM isnt a good comparison because most stocks pay in the third month once you can start doing YOY then you will be able to have a good spot. As long as it grows and grows nothing really to complaign about. Keep it up
    Doug recently posted…July DividendsMy Profile

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    1. Dividend Portfolio Post author

      Totally see your point on the MOM comparison. Just waiting for that year benchmark so I can finally do YOY comparisons.

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