Let’s face it—dividends are like comfort food for investors. They’re stable, predictable, and reassuring, especially when the market is throwing tantrums like a toddler denied an iPad. But comfort can breed complacency. And in the world of investing, complacency is where risk hides and multiplies. So today, we’re going to talk about the side of dividend investing that rarely gets the spotlight: the risks . If you’re someone who gets a little too giddy at the sight of a 7% yield, or if you think “dividend aristocrat” means “invincible,” this is your wake-up call. Because while dividend investing can be a powerful wealth-building strategy, it’s not a free lunch. Let’s explore the lesser-known landmines that can sabotage your carefully crafted income portfolio. 1. Yield Trap: When High Means “Help!” Let’s start with the siren song of every newbie dividend investor: the high yield. You find a stock with a 10% yield and think, “Jackpot!” But before you start imagining passive income pa...