Author: David Jagielski, The Motley Fool

It can be an excellent investment to simply buy and hold for the long run.

These companies all pay dividends yielding at least 4.9% at their current share prices. They’ve been struggling in recent years, but in the long run, they could recover and produce strong returns for shareholders.

Investing any extra cash can significantly accelerate your portfolio’s returns in the long run.

These stocks can significantly bolster your income.