Key Points

Federal Realty is a REIT that specializes in retail properties in affluent areas.
Its dividend yields 3.7% at the current share price. That is an excellent yield for this reliable Dividend King.

Federal Realty Investment Trust (NYSE: FRT) is the only real estate investment trust (REIT) that qualifies as a Dividend King, meaning it has increased its dividend annually for at least 50 years. It belongs to an exclusive group of stocks known for exceptional reliability.

The REIT recently raised its dividend for the 58th straight year. If you invest $10,000 in the stock, how much passive income can you expect annually?

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Federal Realty ranks among the oldest REITs in existence, and its 58 years of consecutive dividend increases reflect a strong history of delivering passive income. The company owns 102 mixed-use properties centered on retail in wealthy locations, driving expansion through higher lease rates and additional property acquisitions.

At the present price, the dividend offers an attractive 3.7% yield, which stands out for a Dividend King. These stocks earn recognition for steady passive income, even if their yields are not always elevated.

A $10,000 investment purchases 81 shares at the current price, and Federal Realty pays a quarterly dividend of $1.13 per share, or $4.52 annually per share. That delivers $366.12 in yearly dividend income, showing why consistent saving and investing matter over time. Ten thousand dollars placed in a dividend stock falls well short of supporting retirement on its own, yet an investment in Federal Realty Trust can form a solid part of a broader retirement portfolio.

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