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Jenny Harrington: The basics of income investing, and why it's especially important now in this turbulent market


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  While I instantly loved the intrigue and challenge of investing, having grown up in a financially volatile family, aggressive financial risk-taking made me extremely queasy. In 2001, when I inadvertently stumbled into dividend investing,

Jenny Harrington's article on MSN discusses the fundamentals of income investing and its heightened importance in today's volatile market. Income investing focuses on generating a steady stream of income from investments, primarily through dividends from stocks or interest from bonds, rather than relying solely on capital appreciation. Harrington emphasizes that in the current economic climate, characterized by market turbulence and uncertainty, income investing can provide investors with a more predictable and stable source of returns. She highlights that this strategy is particularly beneficial for retirees or those nearing retirement who need consistent income to support their living expenses. Additionally, Harrington suggests that income investing can help mitigate risk and provide a cushion against market downturns, making it a crucial approach for investors looking to safeguard their portfolios in these challenging times.

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