One of the most common things I hear from investors — especially retired ones — is this: “As long as it’s still paying the dividend, I’m not too worried.”
It sounds sensible. But it can be a costly mindset.
A 6% income feels great — until your capital falls 20%. Suddenly, that safe, reliable share has set you back three years… just to break even.
At Market Insider, I speak to people every week who tell me they never really thought about the capital side.
The income made them feel safe. But risk doesn’t disappear — it just hides.
That’s exactly what I explore in this new report.
