$1,000/month · MAIN (BDC monthly)
How much MAIN for $1,000/month?
At MAIN's current 5.95% yield, you'd need about $201,804 invested to generate $1,000/month ($12,000/year) in pre-tax dividends.
About the MAIN (BDC monthly) strategy
A business development company that pays monthly plus periodic supplemental distributions. High yield from middle-market lending.
Tax treatment: Most BDC distributions are taxed as ordinary income.
Best account: Roth IRA / 401(k)
Same income from a different strategy
Different amount, same strategy
Frequently asked
How much do I need in MAIN for $1000/month?
At MAIN's current 5.95% yield, you'd need approximately $201,804 invested to generate $1,000/month ($12,000/year) in pre-tax dividends.
What about taxes?
Most BDC distributions are taxed as ordinary income. At an estimated 24% effective rate, that's about $760/month after federal tax — though your actual bracket may differ. Holding this in a Roth IRA avoids the tax drag entirely.
Is MAIN a safe dividend payer?
Our 0-10 dividend safety scale rates MAIN at 5.9/10 (Mixed). See the full breakdown on the MAIN safety page.
Should I diversify across multiple strategies?
Almost always yes. Concentrating $$201,804 in a single ticker — even one as established as MAIN — concentrates dividend-cut risk. A 3-5 strategy mix smooths income across rate, credit, and equity cycles.
How much of that $1,000/month do YOU already generate?
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