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For investors in dividend growth stocks, The Broad Dividend Achievers™ Index is one of the most widely used resources. With 211 stocks on the 2012 list, it is certainty one of the largest lists and contains most stocks listed on other similar lists. In addition, to the mainstream dividend growth stocks, The Broad Dividend Achievers lists many up and coming stocks that...

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Some traditionalist would say your home is your greatest wealth building asset. I would argue it is not. Others would say your income is your greatest wealth building asset. Thought there is a lot of truth to the statement, it is still not your greatest wealth building asset. So, what is your greatest wealth building asset? Everyone is born with it.

Garmin is the premier provider of GPS-enabled devices, covering the automotive, aviation, naval, handheld, and outdoor/fitness markets. While well-run and financially very healthy, can the firm survive an onslaught of tough competition?

When selecting income investments, the three most important questions to answer are : 1.) Is the investment increasing its dividend each year, 2.) Is the increase likely to continue into the future and 3.) Are you being compensated for the risk you are taking? When you answer yes to all three of the questions, you just might have found an excellent income investment.

Article performs a complete side-by-side comparison of Warren Buffett's stock portfolio and Lou Simpson's stock portfolio. Both invest on behalf of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B). Simpson invests for GEICO.

Geoff Gannon goes through Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) 13F and separates Lou Simpson's GEICO portfolio from Warren Buffett's own buys and sells. This article lists the 22 stocks in GEICO's portfolio and the amount allocated to each.