The Hidden Fee Eating Your Dividend ETF Returns

Lucas and Luna dig into a surprisingly large drag on dividend ETF returns: the expense ratio and its compounding effect over decades. Using VYM (0.06% ER) vs SCHD (0.06%) vs DVY (0.39%), they show how even a 33 basis point difference can cost a $100,000 portfolio over $30,000 across 20 years — more than many investors realize. They also discuss how trading costs, dividend reinvestment timing, and index methodology affect net yield. Specific numbers: VYM at $160.14, SCHD at $32.24, DVY at $158.45 as of July 6, 2026. A must-listen for anyone comparing yield ETFs. #DividendInvesting #ETF #ExpenseRatio #VYM #SCHD #DVY #PassiveInvesting #Yield #CompoundReturns #TradingCosts #IndexMethodology #PersonalFinance #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Finance #WealthBuilding #DividendGrowth #InvestingMistakes Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo