Investors Alley - Tim Plaehn

Listen to Tim Plaehn, editor of two newsletters – TheDividend Hunter and 30 Day Dividends – Tim is a longtime investor andinvestment analyst, and focuses on High Yield positions, looking typically atthose designed for higher yield – REIT’s, Business Development Companies,Master Limited Partnerships, Closed End Funds, etc.  These are investmentsdesigned for higher yields that need to be analyzed to determine if thedividend paid is appropriate for the cash flow and profitability of the companyor fund.  Tim tells listeners that his recommended portfolios usuallyoffer a yield ranging from 4 to about 10% per year, averaging about 7.5% peryear.  This is a popular subject that any investor would find to beinteresting, especially in light of the bond markets paying such low interest.