Turn $1,000 into ≈ $61/year with 3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks

Quick summary

Putting $1,000 to work across three high-yield, cash-generating companies as of late August 2025 can — in a simple, equal-weight example — produce roughly $61 per year in dividend income (≈6.1% portfolio yield). This article explains the calculation, why these firms were chosen, and the primary risks to understand before you act.

Data snapshot: prices and yields used in the simulation are from market sources around. Always confirm live quotes before trading.

The simple simulation (equal allocation)

We split $1,000 into three equal parts ($333.33 each) and used the forward/most-recent yields reported around to estimate annual dividend income.

Stock	Amount invested	Approx. yield (annual)	Estimated annual dividend
Energy Transfer (ET)	$333.33	~7.4%	$24.78 (approx.)
Brookfield Infrastructure (BIP)	$333.33	~5.47%	$18.25 (approx.)
W. P. Carey (WPC)	$333.33	~5.4%	$17.95 (approx.)
Total	$1,000.00	≈ 6.1% (portfolio)	≈ $61.00 / year

Sources for yields and pricing used in this table: market dividend pages and aggregated finance sites, Aug 29–30, 2025.

Why these three names?

Energy Transfer (ET) — midstream energy with fee-based cash flow

Energy Transfer operates pipelines, terminals and processing assets. Much of the company’s cash flow is backed by fee-based agreements, which tends to stabilize distributions compared with commodity-price-sensitive operators. Around late August 2025 the forward yield for ET was near the mid-to-high single digits, and the company has publicly emphasized sustaining distributions while funding capital projects. That combination — high current yield plus fee-based cash flow — is why it appears in high-yield screens.

Brookfield Infrastructure (BIP) — regulated/contracted infrastructure

Brookfield Infrastructure owns assets across utilities, transport, energy midstream and data infrastructure, with a high portion of revenues under long-dated contracts or regulated frameworks. That structure produces relatively predictable cash flows and historically supported rising distributions — the forward yield used in the example was roughly 5.47% on Aug 29, 2025. Its business model and dividend history make it a common pick for income investors seeking stability plus inflation-linked cash flows.

W. P. Carey (WPC) — a net-lease REIT with long-term leases

W. P. Carey focuses on single-tenant, long-term net leased properties with built-in rent escalations. That structure produces steady rental income that is largely distributable. As of the dates used in this post, WPC’s yield was in the mid-5% area. The firm’s payout policy and expected investments into new properties support the dividend level, although REITs carry their own sector risks.

Key risks to know

• Yields move every day. The portfolio yield in this post is a snapshot; price moves and dividend changes will change the math. Always check live quotes before investing.
• Sector risks: Midstream energy is exposed to commodity flows and regulatory changes; infrastructure is capital-intensive and sensitive to macro conditions; REITs are sensitive to property market cycles and interest rates.
• Payout sustainability: A high yield can reflect underlying business risk — verify cash flow support, payout ratios, and management commentary in each company’s investor materials.
• Tax and paperwork: Some energy MLP/LP structures issue K-1 tax forms which complicate taxes for some investors. Check tax treatment before buying.

Bottom line

An equal-weight allocation of $1,000 into Energy Transfer, Brookfield Infrastructure and W. P. Carey — using yields and prices around — produces roughly $61/year in dividend income under the assumptions above (≈6.1% annualized). These names were chosen because they offer above-average yields supported by business models that produce relatively steady cash flow, but they are not free of risk. Use this post as a starting point for research — check live quotes, read each company’s investor filings, and consult a financial advisor if you need personalized advice.

Short disclaimer

This content is informational only and is not financial advice. Market prices and dividend yields change daily — verify current data before making investment decisions. I may hold no position in the stocks mentioned.

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