008 - How Ex-Dividend Dates Affect Stock Price And When You Get Paid

The ex-dividend date is important when it comes to dividend investing. It tells you if you're eligible for the next dividend payout or if you have to wait until the next cycle. Waiting could mean a month or a year depending on the frequency of the company's payouts. That's why we prefer monthly payers. Monthly payouts also compound faster.The main thing you need to know about the ex-dividend date is that it can affect a stock's price. And since price determines how many shares you can buy with your money, it's a good thing to be aware of. Drop your comments or questions for this episode on one of our posts.    FacebookYouTubeBlog   Use this calculator to see the difference in value if you get dividend payouts monthly versus quarterly. It does make a difference and it gets bigger the longer your time frame. If you're looking for a quick summary on ex-dividends, click here. This includes a screen shot of how to find an ex-dividend date. For anyone who's interested in our sideline comments about plasma donation, the informative documentary is here.  We're trying to grow. Help us reach others who want to learn to invest with confidence. Spread the word and leave a review to help us rank in search. We appreciate your support! Questions? Email Tim at [email protected] Want FREE weekly market updates, Tim's top 10 dividend picks, and our portfolio updates delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to our email list. Stay connected. Follow us on social! **DISCLAIMER**Ticker metrics change as markets and companies change, so always do your own research. The content in this podcast is based on personal experience and is for educational purposes, not financial advice. See full disclaimer here. Episode music was created using Loudly.