Author: Michael Foster, Contrarian Outlook

Now is the time to rethink retirement with a more optimistic, and realistic, goal.

With a portfolio of high-yielding stocks and funds, it is possible to cover all your bills in retirement on dividends alone—and on a lot less than most people think.

With less than a $400,000 investment, you’ve got a monthly income stream of around $3,500.

Not all REITs are doomed. Those with properties in the right locations are poised to do well in the long run.