3 Magnificent S&P 500 Dividend Stocks Down 19% to 28% to Buy and Hold Forever

Dividend stocks can contribute significantly to a stock's total returns over time. Evidence lies in the S&P 500 index (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC), also home to some of the best dividend stocks. Since 1926, dividends have contributed nearly 31% to the index's total returns. That number alone should encourage every investor to buy some dividend stocks.To start, here are three incredible dividend-paying stocks from the S&P 500 index to buy today and hold practically forever to let your money grow. These stocks are also all down by double-digit percentages from their all-time highs, so don't miss the opportunity.Image source: Getty Images.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool