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Summary
A 66-year-old couple aims to generate $4,612 monthly from an $850,000 portfolio, targeting a 6.5% yield. Strategic asset placement is crucial: higher-tax investments like REITs should be in tax-deferred accounts, while qualified-dividend stocks fit better in taxable accounts. This approach enhances after-tax income without increasing risk, making it essential for income investors to optimize their portfolio structure in the current favorable rate environment.
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