These Dividend Stocks Are Something Special

In search of hidden dividendsMost dividend stocks pride themselves on having predictable, dependable payouts. Quarter after quarter, they'll pay the same amount in regular dividends -- with the occasional increase to spice up investor interest. Whenever you look up the dividend yield on these stocks, you'll see a number that reflects the full value of everything the stock paid to its shareholders. But sometimes, a company will have enough money to make a special one-time payout. For instance, Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT) made a $3-per-share dividend payment back in 2004 to appease shareholders who were upset with the company's huge cash stash on its balance sheet.... Read more