Income Investors: Lock in This Huge 7.7% Dividend Yield by December 31

Inovalis REIT stock offers a mouthwatering yield and relative stability, making it a must-have stock to have in your portfolio when you enter the New Year.

| More on:

If you are a growth investor, you might have your eyes peeled for fast-moving stocks. These stocks have the potential of blooming your little investment seed to a flower that’s much more prominent in terms of size.

But if you want your investment to create a passive income stream or a secondary revenue stream to beef up your savings, you might prefer the payouts over growth.

The high dividend yield is hard to pass by for any investor. Still, many investors do stay their hands from even the most extravagant of yields because they worry about the yield’s long-term sustainability.

If that’s you, I urge you to take a look at Inovalis REIT (TSX:INO.UN). It’s a monthly dividend payer and hasn’t slashed its dividends once in the past five years. It currently offers an attractive yield of 7.74%, which you can lock in today.

About the REIT

Inovalis is a REIT that owns (fully and partially) and operates 13 significant properties in Europe, eight in France, and five in Germany, with a total area of more than 1.2 million square feet.

All French properties are situated in the greater Paris area, in high population density regions. All of the properties are strategically located in areas where they will always attract tenants.

The overall occupancy rate of all of the Inovalis properties combined is almost 91%. Most of those are long-term leases, promising a dependable income stream for many years to come. Inovalis is also buying a partially owned French property this year.

Inovalis is a relatively small REIT, with a market cap of only around $250 million. The number of properties it operates is also not very extensive. But Inovalis is highly profitable, despite its small magnitude.

Good numbers

The dividend yield of Inovalis is lucrative enough on its own to make it a worthy stock. But there are other good numbers as well. The company increased its net income by 68.5% from the same time last year.

The profit margin of the company is at 58.5%. The market value of the company has been relatively steady, in the past five years, though this year the company has seen an 11.5% growth.

Currently, the company is trading at $10.46 per share at writing. The price-to-earnings of 11.28 is a little high compared to other same size REITs, but the price-to-book ratio stands at 0.95. The company’s payout ratio is also very stable at 89.5%, which is almost ideal for a REIT.

Foolish takeaway

As an income investor, you might appreciate the high returns offered by Inovalis and the security that its business model offers. But even if the company doesn’t increase its payouts anytime soon, the 7.7% yield is sufficient for a decent passive income.

If you invest your fully contributed TFSA in Inovalis, you will get a monthly payment of almost $410 a month, which is a decent enough sum for a passive income. Lock in this yield before December is over to get a good start on your 2020 investing income.

This article represents the opinion of the writer, who may disagree with the “official” recommendation position of a Motley Fool premium service or advisor. We’re Motley! Questioning an investing thesis — even one of our own — helps us all think critically about investing and make decisions that help us become smarter, happier, and richer, so we sometimes publish articles that may not be in line with recommendations, rankings or other content.

Fool contributor Adam Othman has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Inovalis REIT. Inovalis REIT is a recommendation of Dividend Investor Canada.

More on Dividend Stocks

calculate and analyze stock
Dividend Stocks

This 5.5% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Single Month!

This REIT may offer monthly dividends, but don't forget about the potential returns in the growth industry its involved with.

Read more »

Silver coins fall into a piggy bank.
Dividend Stocks

How to Use Your TFSA to Earn up to $6,000 Per Year in Tax-Free Passive Income

A high return doesn't mean you have to make a high investment -- or a risky one -- especially with…

Read more »

path road success business
Dividend Stocks

2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid

High yields are great and all, but only if returns come with them. And while two of these might, another…

Read more »

Man holds Canadian dollars in differing amounts
Dividend Stocks

This 7% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

A high dividend yield isn't everything. But when it pays out each month and offers this stability, it's worth considering!

Read more »

young people stare at smartphones
Dividend Stocks

GST/HST “Vacation”: Everything Canadians Need to Know

The GST/HST "vacation" is a little treat for the holidays, along with a $250 payment. What should you do with…

Read more »

Train cars pass over trestle bridge in the mountains
Dividend Stocks

Is CNR Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold for 2025?

Can CNR stock continue its long-term outperformance into 2025 and beyond? Let's explore whether now is a good time to…

Read more »

coins jump into piggy bank
Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now

These top dividend stocks both offer attractive yields and trade off their highs, making them two of the best to…

Read more »

Middle aged man drinks coffee
Dividend Stocks

Here’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 35 in Canada

At age 35, it might not seem like you need to be thinking about your future cash flow. But ideally,…

Read more »