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The S&P 500 is up 3.96% YTD, and I predict it could reach 7,000 by the end of 2025. The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio reached a new milestone with a 28.65% ROI, generating $2,010.09 in forward annualized dividend income. I added to positions in Pfizer, Starwood Property Trust, and Reaves Utility Income Trust, focusing on undervalued stocks with strong dividend yields.

The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio achieved a 27.65% ROI, generating over $2,000 in forward dividend income despite exiting XIFR and WBD positions. I reallocated capital to income-producing assets like AIPI, UTG, BP, SCHD, ARCC, AGNC, and PDI, enhancing portfolio diversification and income stability. The portfolio's diversified structure mitigated downside risk, maintaining growth and income despite macroeconomic challenges and dividend suspensions.

President Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China created market volatility, presenting buying opportunities for long-term dividend investors in solid income-paying stocks. Verizon offers a near 7% yield, strong dividend coverage, and potential upside due to debt reduction and attractive valuation under $40 per share. Starwood Property Trust provides a stable 10.1% yield, resilient performance despite headwinds, and benefits from declining interest rates, making it a reliable income investment.

I rate Starwood Property Trust a buy due to its high 9.9% dividend yield, positive cashflow, strong profit margin, diversified portfolio, and undervalued share price. Despite lacking proven dividend growth and credit ratings still below investment grade, the REIT has reduced its office property exposure and increased multi-family residential, lowering the risk profile. Interest rate risk remains as Fed rate cuts have paused for now.

GREENWICH, Conn. , Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) ("the Company") today announced the tax treatment for the Company's distributions on its common stock (CUSIP: 85571B105) paid with respect to the calendar year ended December 31, 2024: Form 1099-DIV Reference:  (Boxes 1a + 2a + 3)   Box 1a   Box 1b   Box 2a  Box 2b Box 2e Box 2f Box 3 Box 5 Record Date Payable Date  Cash Distribution   Adjustment   Total Dividend Per Share   Ordinary Taxable Dividend   Taxable Qualified Dividends   Total Capital Gain Distribution  Unrecaptured 1250Gain Section 897 Ordinary Dividends Section 897 Capital Gain NondividendDistributions Section 199A dividends  (v)   (i)   (ii)   (iii)  (i)  (iii)   (iv)  (i) 3/29/2024 4/15/2024 0.4800 0.0000 0.4800 0.3807 0.0717 0.0993 0.0455 0.0000 0.0866 0.0000 0.3090 6/28/2024 7/15/2024 0.4800 0.0000 0.4800 0.3807 0.0717 0.0993 0.0455 0.0000 0.0866 0.0000 0.3090 9/30/2024 10/15/2024 0.4800 0.0000 0.

GREENWICH, Conn. , Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD) today announced that the Company will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results on Thursday, February 27, 2025 before the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange.

After an incredible run for the S&P 500 in 2023 and 2024, many across Wall Street feel that the momentum can carry through to 2025.

The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio generated $35.71 in dividend income and increasing forward annualized dividend income to $1,954.13. My portfolio rules of not exceeding 5% per position or 20% per sector has allowed me to navigate fluctuating market conditions and mitigate downside risk. I believe that market conditions are going to get better as the Fed lowers rates and the price of oil declines, which should allow for margin expansion across the board.

I focus on safety with high-yielding stocks, showcasing three REITs yielding 8%-10%: Ladder Capital, NewLake Capital, and Starwood Property Trust. Ladder Capital offers an 8.2% yield with a diversified portfolio, strong balance sheet, and experienced management, ensuring safety and potential 20% annual returns. NewLake Capital, a cannabis REIT, yields 10.6% with solid financials and growth prospects, despite trading OTC and working on a TSX listing.

The market started 2025 with volatility, but I remain bullish due to favorable macroeconomic conditions and expected Fed rate cuts. The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio mitigated downside risk despite market declines, generating $70.79 in dividend income and increasing forward annualized dividend income to $1,944.48. Diversification rules are crucial, with no sector exceeding 20% and no position over 5%, ensuring stability during market fluctuations.