EP108: Largest ETF versus 5 Dividend Stocks

In this episode of the Simply Investing Dividend Podcast, we dive deep into a powerful comparison: 5 hand-picked dividend stocks versus the largest S&P 500 ETF. Which strategy delivers better long-term results—and why?

You'll also learn how ETF fees, and hidden risks can quietly drag down your returns.

Key topics covered:
- The Simply Investing Approach to building wealth
- What ETFs are—and how they work
- The benefits of ETFs
- The hidden downsides of ETFs (and why many underperform)
- How ETF fees quietly erode returns
- A head-to-head performance comparison: The largest ETF vs. 5 quality dividend stocks

If you’ve ever wondered whether ETFs or dividend stocks are better for building long-term wealth, this episode is a must-listen.

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