Here, then, are three dividend payers to consider investing in -- whether you have $1,000 or $100,000 to invest. Tobacco titan Altria (NYSE: MO) has long been a solid dividend-paying company. It remains one today -- and it's offering a fat dividend yield,

Verizon is a telecommunications powerhouse renowned for its consistent dividend payments. As of January 21, 2025, its stock trades at $39.34, offering a yield of approximately 7%. Its robust cash flow and strong market position make it a go-to for income-focused investors.

Agree's dividend yields 4.2% at the current price, or nearly 3.5 times the S&P 500 average. The dividend has had a compound annual growth rate of 6% during the past 10 years, and the company switched from a quarterly to a monthly dividend in 2021.