To generate years of passive income, you could either build a portfolio of individual dividend stocks or simply invest in a dividend exchange-traded fund (ETF). An ETF allows you to buy several stocks at a time without the hassle of managing a portfolio.

Read here for 5 dividend stocks that offer a rare combination of high yields, wide moats, strong balance sheets, and growing payouts for a lifetime of passive income.

Dividend income from stocks be a good source of passive income. Let's take a look at 45 high dividend yield stocks, 15 each from large cap, mid cap and small cap categories.

I love looking for investments that provide a pleasing source of passive income, typically in the form of dividends. Companies that pay high dividends typically don't generate as much capital growth.

Investing in dividend growth stocks is a great way to achieve financial independence. Read more to see my 2 high-yield dividend stock picks.