For the past few weeks, part of the weekly shopping stops was to look at running shoes. Last fall a pair were bought at a deep discount ( a bargain at the time) and before Christmas the seams were coming apart. By March, the seams were only good if the land was dry and given in the northeast we are finally moving into spring, the shoes had very limited value. Over the years, the styles of running shoes have rapidly evolve to be part fashion and part usage. How much you wish to spend is another part of the equation. A desire for a pair of basic runners with all the wonderful air features was what I was searching for. A determination of price or how much should the total bill be was quickly a concern. Running shoes can be relatively inexpensive but they seem to quickly jump over $100 a pair; although many stores have a special or one coming up.  After a few weeks of looking, a pair of running shoes was found with the desired features at a price point that was considered good (and yes they were on sale).

Linking to dividend paying stocks, similarly with investments taking your time to see the many options that are available is very important. It is also important to determine what features you wish by checking out the marketplace. After you have done your research, a stock can be bought for all the right reasons – in this case the recommendation is does it pays a dividend? Doing it for the right reasons, on your own time, leads to better results.

There are more questions than answers, till the next time – to raising questions.